Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 133 and 89
The least common multiple (LCM) of 133 and 89 is 11837.
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 133 and 89?
First, calculate the GCD of 133 and 89 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 133 ÷ 89 = 1 remainder 44 |
| 2 | 89 ÷ 44 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 44 ÷ 1 = 44 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 144 and 126 | 1008 |
| 17 and 137 | 2329 |
| 73 and 83 | 6059 |
| 112 and 14 | 112 |
| 89 and 150 | 13350 |