Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 154 and 105
The least common multiple (LCM) of 154 and 105 is 2310.
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 154 and 105?
First, calculate the GCD of 154 and 105 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 154 ÷ 105 = 1 remainder 49 |
| 2 | 105 ÷ 49 = 2 remainder 7 |
| 3 | 49 ÷ 7 = 7 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 166 and 63 | 10458 |
| 110 and 156 | 8580 |
| 117 and 139 | 16263 |
| 97 and 108 | 10476 |
| 116 and 155 | 17980 |