Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 147 and 119
The least common multiple (LCM) of 147 and 119 is 2499.
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 147 and 119?
First, calculate the GCD of 147 and 119 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 147 ÷ 119 = 1 remainder 28 |
| 2 | 119 ÷ 28 = 4 remainder 7 |
| 3 | 28 ÷ 7 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 172 and 74 | 6364 |
| 34 and 123 | 4182 |
| 140 and 57 | 7980 |
| 180 and 55 | 1980 |
| 35 and 79 | 2765 |