Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 134 and 58
The least common multiple (LCM) of 134 and 58 is 3886.
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 134 and 58?
First, calculate the GCD of 134 and 58 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 134 ÷ 58 = 2 remainder 18 |
| 2 | 58 ÷ 18 = 3 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 18 ÷ 4 = 4 remainder 2 |
| 4 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 108 and 139 | 15012 |
| 175 and 88 | 15400 |
| 128 and 174 | 11136 |
| 30 and 88 | 1320 |
| 120 and 121 | 14520 |