Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 174 and 145
The least common multiple (LCM) of 174 and 145 is 870.
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 174 and 145?
First, calculate the GCD of 174 and 145 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 174 ÷ 145 = 1 remainder 29 |
| 2 | 145 ÷ 29 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 198 and 42 | 1386 |
| 31 and 93 | 93 |
| 107 and 128 | 13696 |
| 128 and 78 | 4992 |
| 126 and 140 | 1260 |