Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 146 and 30
The least common multiple (LCM) of 146 and 30 is 2190.
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 30?
First, calculate the GCD of 146 and 30 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 146 ÷ 30 = 4 remainder 26 |
| 2 | 30 ÷ 26 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 26 ÷ 4 = 6 remainder 2 |
| 4 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 91 and 33 | 3003 |
| 163 and 68 | 11084 |
| 154 and 142 | 10934 |
| 100 and 141 | 14100 |
| 36 and 85 | 3060 |