Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 174 and 174
The least common multiple (LCM) of 174 and 174 is 174.
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 174?
First, calculate the GCD of 174 and 174 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 174 ÷ 174 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 145 and 57 | 8265 |
| 153 and 97 | 14841 |
| 39 and 31 | 1209 |
| 17 and 175 | 2975 |
| 143 and 97 | 13871 |