Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 170 and 42
The least common multiple (LCM) of 170 and 42 is 3570.
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 170 and 42?
First, calculate the GCD of 170 and 42 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 170 ÷ 42 = 4 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 42 ÷ 2 = 21 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 90 and 94 | 4230 |
| 181 and 38 | 6878 |
| 139 and 138 | 19182 |
| 171 and 153 | 2907 |
| 129 and 17 | 2193 |