Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 132 and 128
The least common multiple (LCM) of 132 and 128 is 4224.
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 128?
First, calculate the GCD of 132 and 128 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 132 ÷ 128 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 128 ÷ 4 = 32 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 172 and 48 | 2064 |
| 58 and 178 | 5162 |
| 46 and 193 | 8878 |
| 18 and 66 | 198 |
| 189 and 158 | 29862 |