Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 130 and 62
The least common multiple (LCM) of 130 and 62 is 4030.
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 62?
First, calculate the GCD of 130 and 62 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 130 ÷ 62 = 2 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 62 ÷ 6 = 10 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 6 ÷ 2 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 181 and 158 | 28598 |
| 162 and 159 | 8586 |
| 166 and 39 | 6474 |
| 178 and 89 | 178 |
| 135 and 158 | 21330 |