Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 147 and 98
The least common multiple (LCM) of 147 and 98 is 294.
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 98?
First, calculate the GCD of 147 and 98 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 147 ÷ 98 = 1 remainder 49 |
| 2 | 98 ÷ 49 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 186 and 26 | 2418 |
| 21 and 98 | 294 |
| 104 and 104 | 104 |
| 41 and 182 | 7462 |
| 139 and 99 | 13761 |