Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 14 and 196
The least common multiple (LCM) of 14 and 196 is 196.
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 14 and 196?
First, calculate the GCD of 14 and 196 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 14 ÷ 196 = 0 remainder 14 |
| 2 | 196 ÷ 14 = 14 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 22 and 121 | 242 |
| 185 and 161 | 29785 |
| 94 and 79 | 7426 |
| 147 and 199 | 29253 |
| 188 and 149 | 28012 |