Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 152 and 62
The least common multiple (LCM) of 152 and 62 is 4712.
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 62?
First, calculate the GCD of 152 and 62 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 152 ÷ 62 = 2 remainder 28 |
| 2 | 62 ÷ 28 = 2 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 28 ÷ 6 = 4 remainder 4 |
| 4 | 6 ÷ 4 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 5 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 117 and 93 | 3627 |
| 89 and 159 | 14151 |
| 123 and 57 | 2337 |
| 146 and 158 | 11534 |
| 122 and 93 | 11346 |