Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 152 and 79
The least common multiple (LCM) of 152 and 79 is 12008.
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 79?
First, calculate the GCD of 152 and 79 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 152 ÷ 79 = 1 remainder 73 |
| 2 | 79 ÷ 73 = 1 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 73 ÷ 6 = 12 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 6 ÷ 1 = 6 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 107 and 23 | 2461 |
| 154 and 197 | 30338 |
| 36 and 120 | 360 |
| 69 and 125 | 8625 |
| 31 and 71 | 2201 |