Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 139 and 94
The least common multiple (LCM) of 139 and 94 is 13066.
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 94?
First, calculate the GCD of 139 and 94 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 139 ÷ 94 = 1 remainder 45 |
| 2 | 94 ÷ 45 = 2 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 45 ÷ 4 = 11 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 4 ÷ 1 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 79 and 104 | 8216 |
| 25 and 128 | 3200 |
| 190 and 107 | 20330 |
| 72 and 144 | 144 |
| 190 and 38 | 190 |