Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 146 and 24
The least common multiple (LCM) of 146 and 24 is 1752.
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 146 and 24?
First, calculate the GCD of 146 and 24 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 146 ÷ 24 = 6 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 24 ÷ 2 = 12 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 180 and 151 | 27180 |
| 151 and 114 | 17214 |
| 176 and 68 | 2992 |
| 130 and 113 | 14690 |
| 101 and 152 | 15352 |