Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 150 and 125
The least common multiple (LCM) of 150 and 125 is 750.
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 150 and 125?
First, calculate the GCD of 150 and 125 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 150 ÷ 125 = 1 remainder 25 |
| 2 | 125 ÷ 25 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 132 and 119 | 15708 |
| 17 and 196 | 3332 |
| 50 and 148 | 3700 |
| 194 and 197 | 38218 |
| 61 and 62 | 3782 |