Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 145 and 36
The least common multiple (LCM) of 145 and 36 is 5220.
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 145 and 36?
First, calculate the GCD of 145 and 36 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 145 ÷ 36 = 4 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 36 ÷ 1 = 36 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 197 and 138 | 27186 |
| 196 and 50 | 4900 |
| 194 and 193 | 37442 |
| 85 and 158 | 13430 |
| 170 and 124 | 10540 |