Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 146 and 48
The least common multiple (LCM) of 146 and 48 is 3504.
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 48?
First, calculate the GCD of 146 and 48 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 146 ÷ 48 = 3 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 48 ÷ 2 = 24 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 160 and 71 | 11360 |
| 138 and 123 | 5658 |
| 40 and 66 | 1320 |
| 37 and 124 | 4588 |
| 128 and 114 | 7296 |