Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 173 and 86
The least common multiple (LCM) of 173 and 86 is 14878.
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 86?
First, calculate the GCD of 173 and 86 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 173 ÷ 86 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 86 ÷ 1 = 86 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 60 and 18 | 180 |
| 191 and 81 | 15471 |
| 151 and 45 | 6795 |
| 177 and 25 | 4425 |
| 106 and 190 | 10070 |