Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 139 and 64
The least common multiple (LCM) of 139 and 64 is 8896.
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 139 and 64?
First, calculate the GCD of 139 and 64 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 139 ÷ 64 = 2 remainder 11 |
| 2 | 64 ÷ 11 = 5 remainder 9 |
| 3 | 11 ÷ 9 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 4 | 9 ÷ 2 = 4 remainder 1 |
| 5 | 2 ÷ 1 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 182 and 121 | 22022 |
| 179 and 121 | 21659 |
| 153 and 99 | 1683 |
| 187 and 173 | 32351 |
| 197 and 196 | 38612 |