Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 148 and 146
The least common multiple (LCM) of 148 and 146 is 10804.
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 148 and 146?
First, calculate the GCD of 148 and 146 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 148 ÷ 146 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 146 ÷ 2 = 73 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 172 and 154 | 13244 |
| 29 and 104 | 3016 |
| 128 and 38 | 2432 |
| 182 and 166 | 15106 |
| 196 and 180 | 8820 |