Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 156 and 156
The least common multiple (LCM) of 156 and 156 is 156.
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 156 and 156?
First, calculate the GCD of 156 and 156 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 156 ÷ 156 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 189 and 99 | 2079 |
| 199 and 24 | 4776 |
| 25 and 147 | 3675 |
| 175 and 192 | 33600 |
| 110 and 125 | 2750 |