Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 146 and 59
The least common multiple (LCM) of 146 and 59 is 8614.
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 59?
First, calculate the GCD of 146 and 59 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 146 ÷ 59 = 2 remainder 28 |
| 2 | 59 ÷ 28 = 2 remainder 3 |
| 3 | 28 ÷ 3 = 9 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 3 ÷ 1 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 154 and 68 | 5236 |
| 149 and 56 | 8344 |
| 40 and 115 | 920 |
| 177 and 170 | 30090 |
| 18 and 176 | 1584 |