Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 173 and 43
The least common multiple (LCM) of 173 and 43 is 7439.
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 173 and 43?
First, calculate the GCD of 173 and 43 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 173 ÷ 43 = 4 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 43 ÷ 1 = 43 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 94 and 101 | 9494 |
| 184 and 146 | 13432 |
| 172 and 171 | 29412 |
| 150 and 118 | 8850 |
| 101 and 113 | 11413 |