Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 130 and 52
The least common multiple (LCM) of 130 and 52 is 260.
What is the Least Common Multiple (LCM)?
The LCM of two integers is the smallest positive integer that is divisible by both numbers. It is often used to find common denominators and solve problems involving periodic events.
Formula for LCM
The LCM of two numbers can be calculated using their GCD:
LCM(a, b) = |a × b| ÷ GCD(a, b)
How to Calculate the LCM of 130 and 52?
First, calculate the GCD of 130 and 52 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 130 ÷ 52 = 2 remainder 26 |
| 2 | 52 ÷ 26 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 163 and 148 | 24124 |
| 73 and 132 | 9636 |
| 199 and 160 | 31840 |
| 155 and 36 | 5580 |
| 45 and 113 | 5085 |