Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 154 and 116
The least common multiple (LCM) of 154 and 116 is 8932.
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 116?
First, calculate the GCD of 154 and 116 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 154 ÷ 116 = 1 remainder 38 |
| 2 | 116 ÷ 38 = 3 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 38 ÷ 2 = 19 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 93 and 176 | 16368 |
| 43 and 77 | 3311 |
| 142 and 192 | 13632 |
| 190 and 24 | 2280 |
| 116 and 152 | 4408 |