Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 132 and 121
The least common multiple (LCM) of 132 and 121 is 1452.
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 132 and 121?
First, calculate the GCD of 132 and 121 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 132 ÷ 121 = 1 remainder 11 |
| 2 | 121 ÷ 11 = 11 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 11 and 135 | 1485 |
| 66 and 90 | 990 |
| 114 and 189 | 7182 |
| 195 and 192 | 12480 |
| 195 and 196 | 38220 |