Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 143 and 33
The least common multiple (LCM) of 143 and 33 is 429.
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 33?
First, calculate the GCD of 143 and 33 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 143 ÷ 33 = 4 remainder 11 |
| 2 | 33 ÷ 11 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 70 and 12 | 420 |
| 90 and 22 | 990 |
| 12 and 31 | 372 |
| 60 and 39 | 780 |
| 52 and 17 | 884 |