Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 175 and 10
The least common multiple (LCM) of 175 and 10 is 350.
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 175 and 10?
First, calculate the GCD of 175 and 10 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 175 ÷ 10 = 17 remainder 5 |
| 2 | 10 ÷ 5 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 161 and 12 | 1932 |
| 110 and 160 | 1760 |
| 29 and 67 | 1943 |
| 105 and 145 | 3045 |
| 196 and 76 | 3724 |