Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 148 and 89
The least common multiple (LCM) of 148 and 89 is 13172.
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 89?
First, calculate the GCD of 148 and 89 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 148 ÷ 89 = 1 remainder 59 |
| 2 | 89 ÷ 59 = 1 remainder 30 |
| 3 | 59 ÷ 30 = 1 remainder 29 |
| 4 | 30 ÷ 29 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 5 | 29 ÷ 1 = 29 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 174 and 146 | 12702 |
| 93 and 175 | 16275 |
| 57 and 79 | 4503 |
| 149 and 128 | 19072 |
| 133 and 191 | 25403 |