Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 131 and 24
The least common multiple (LCM) of 131 and 24 is 3144.
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 131 and 24?
First, calculate the GCD of 131 and 24 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 131 ÷ 24 = 5 remainder 11 |
| 2 | 24 ÷ 11 = 2 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 11 ÷ 2 = 5 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 2 ÷ 1 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 170 and 101 | 17170 |
| 137 and 42 | 5754 |
| 186 and 119 | 22134 |
| 72 and 51 | 1224 |
| 33 and 92 | 3036 |