Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 143 and 19
The least common multiple (LCM) of 143 and 19 is 2717.
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 143 and 19?
First, calculate the GCD of 143 and 19 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 143 ÷ 19 = 7 remainder 10 |
| 2 | 19 ÷ 10 = 1 remainder 9 |
| 3 | 10 ÷ 9 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 9 ÷ 1 = 9 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 139 and 43 | 5977 |
| 81 and 163 | 13203 |
| 84 and 156 | 1092 |
| 147 and 140 | 2940 |
| 21 and 102 | 714 |