Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 147 and 59
The least common multiple (LCM) of 147 and 59 is 8673.
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 59?
First, calculate the GCD of 147 and 59 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 147 ÷ 59 = 2 remainder 29 |
| 2 | 59 ÷ 29 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 29 ÷ 1 = 29 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 80 and 199 | 15920 |
| 84 and 177 | 4956 |
| 172 and 55 | 9460 |
| 50 and 139 | 6950 |
| 12 and 72 | 72 |