Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 154 and 32
The least common multiple (LCM) of 154 and 32 is 2464.
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 32?
First, calculate the GCD of 154 and 32 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 154 ÷ 32 = 4 remainder 26 |
| 2 | 32 ÷ 26 = 1 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 26 ÷ 6 = 4 remainder 2 |
| 4 | 6 ÷ 2 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 196 and 32 | 1568 |
| 164 and 85 | 13940 |
| 187 and 174 | 32538 |
| 19 and 123 | 2337 |
| 64 and 98 | 3136 |