Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 171 and 27
The least common multiple (LCM) of 171 and 27 is 513.
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 171 and 27?
First, calculate the GCD of 171 and 27 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 171 ÷ 27 = 6 remainder 9 |
| 2 | 27 ÷ 9 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 164 and 197 | 32308 |
| 45 and 180 | 180 |
| 100 and 146 | 7300 |
| 173 and 41 | 7093 |
| 114 and 141 | 5358 |