Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 136 and 119
The least common multiple (LCM) of 136 and 119 is 952.
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 136 and 119?
First, calculate the GCD of 136 and 119 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 136 ÷ 119 = 1 remainder 17 |
| 2 | 119 ÷ 17 = 7 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 97 and 37 | 3589 |
| 165 and 143 | 2145 |
| 16 and 23 | 368 |
| 13 and 61 | 793 |
| 180 and 93 | 5580 |