Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 130 and 59
The least common multiple (LCM) of 130 and 59 is 7670.
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 59?
First, calculate the GCD of 130 and 59 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 130 ÷ 59 = 2 remainder 12 |
| 2 | 59 ÷ 12 = 4 remainder 11 |
| 3 | 12 ÷ 11 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 11 ÷ 1 = 11 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 151 and 32 | 4832 |
| 17 and 149 | 2533 |
| 123 and 161 | 19803 |
| 161 and 151 | 24311 |
| 135 and 67 | 9045 |