Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 132 and 21
The least common multiple (LCM) of 132 and 21 is 924.
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 21?
First, calculate the GCD of 132 and 21 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 132 ÷ 21 = 6 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 21 ÷ 6 = 3 remainder 3 |
| 3 | 6 ÷ 3 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 138 and 17 | 2346 |
| 182 and 43 | 7826 |
| 142 and 199 | 28258 |
| 152 and 150 | 11400 |
| 154 and 131 | 20174 |