Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 169 and 56
The least common multiple (LCM) of 169 and 56 is 9464.
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 169 and 56?
First, calculate the GCD of 169 and 56 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 169 ÷ 56 = 3 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 56 ÷ 1 = 56 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 142 and 146 | 10366 |
| 42 and 173 | 7266 |
| 151 and 98 | 14798 |
| 146 and 168 | 12264 |
| 40 and 111 | 4440 |