Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 132 and 132
The least common multiple (LCM) of 132 and 132 is 132.
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 132?
First, calculate the GCD of 132 and 132 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 132 ÷ 132 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 149 and 56 | 8344 |
| 97 and 49 | 4753 |
| 190 and 172 | 16340 |
| 10 and 29 | 290 |
| 85 and 85 | 85 |