Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 144 and 48
The least common multiple (LCM) of 144 and 48 is 144.
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 144 and 48?
First, calculate the GCD of 144 and 48 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 144 ÷ 48 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 143 and 135 | 19305 |
| 13 and 16 | 208 |
| 136 and 45 | 6120 |
| 139 and 46 | 6394 |
| 158 and 56 | 4424 |