Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 153 and 34
The least common multiple (LCM) of 153 and 34 is 306.
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 153 and 34?
First, calculate the GCD of 153 and 34 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 153 ÷ 34 = 4 remainder 17 |
| 2 | 34 ÷ 17 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 81 and 187 | 15147 |
| 106 and 15 | 1590 |
| 146 and 92 | 6716 |
| 114 and 168 | 3192 |
| 147 and 89 | 13083 |