Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 152 and 120
The least common multiple (LCM) of 152 and 120 is 2280.
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 120?
First, calculate the GCD of 152 and 120 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 152 ÷ 120 = 1 remainder 32 |
| 2 | 120 ÷ 32 = 3 remainder 24 |
| 3 | 32 ÷ 24 = 1 remainder 8 |
| 4 | 24 ÷ 8 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 37 and 47 | 1739 |
| 126 and 158 | 9954 |
| 65 and 58 | 3770 |
| 165 and 98 | 16170 |
| 126 and 147 | 882 |