Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 150 and 140
The least common multiple (LCM) of 150 and 140 is 2100.
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 140?
First, calculate the GCD of 150 and 140 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 150 ÷ 140 = 1 remainder 10 |
| 2 | 140 ÷ 10 = 14 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 184 and 155 | 28520 |
| 163 and 194 | 31622 |
| 154 and 137 | 21098 |
| 137 and 79 | 10823 |
| 40 and 24 | 120 |