Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 152 and 114
The least common multiple (LCM) of 152 and 114 is 456.
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 152 and 114?
First, calculate the GCD of 152 and 114 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 152 ÷ 114 = 1 remainder 38 |
| 2 | 114 ÷ 38 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 123 and 130 | 15990 |
| 38 and 172 | 3268 |
| 186 and 200 | 18600 |
| 164 and 68 | 2788 |
| 184 and 92 | 184 |