Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 142 and 142
The least common multiple (LCM) of 142 and 142 is 142.
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 142 and 142?
First, calculate the GCD of 142 and 142 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 142 ÷ 142 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 109 and 15 | 1635 |
| 189 and 33 | 2079 |
| 179 and 34 | 6086 |
| 184 and 115 | 920 |
| 20 and 32 | 160 |