Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 146 and 72
The least common multiple (LCM) of 146 and 72 is 5256.
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 72?
First, calculate the GCD of 146 and 72 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 146 ÷ 72 = 2 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 72 ÷ 2 = 36 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 31 and 36 | 1116 |
| 139 and 157 | 21823 |
| 149 and 60 | 8940 |
| 161 and 155 | 24955 |
| 199 and 140 | 27860 |