Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 154 and 126
The least common multiple (LCM) of 154 and 126 is 1386.
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 126?
First, calculate the GCD of 154 and 126 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 154 ÷ 126 = 1 remainder 28 |
| 2 | 126 ÷ 28 = 4 remainder 14 |
| 3 | 28 ÷ 14 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 56 and 70 | 280 |
| 66 and 62 | 2046 |
| 96 and 148 | 3552 |
| 195 and 28 | 5460 |
| 165 and 125 | 4125 |