Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 140 and 120
The least common multiple (LCM) of 140 and 120 is 840.
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 140 and 120?
First, calculate the GCD of 140 and 120 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 140 ÷ 120 = 1 remainder 20 |
| 2 | 120 ÷ 20 = 6 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 186 and 52 | 4836 |
| 176 and 84 | 3696 |
| 67 and 146 | 9782 |
| 110 and 176 | 880 |
| 168 and 69 | 3864 |