Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 177 and 176
The least common multiple (LCM) of 177 and 176 is 31152.
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 177 and 176?
First, calculate the GCD of 177 and 176 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 177 ÷ 176 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 176 ÷ 1 = 176 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 179 and 94 | 16826 |
| 169 and 86 | 14534 |
| 113 and 86 | 9718 |
| 115 and 132 | 15180 |
| 140 and 125 | 3500 |