Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 132 and 48
The least common multiple (LCM) of 132 and 48 is 528.
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 48?
First, calculate the GCD of 132 and 48 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 132 ÷ 48 = 2 remainder 36 |
| 2 | 48 ÷ 36 = 1 remainder 12 |
| 3 | 36 ÷ 12 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 146 and 82 | 5986 |
| 74 and 168 | 6216 |
| 159 and 15 | 795 |
| 38 and 48 | 912 |
| 57 and 155 | 8835 |