Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 18 and 17
The least common multiple (LCM) of 18 and 17 is 306.
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 18 and 17?
First, calculate the GCD of 18 and 17 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 18 ÷ 17 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 17 ÷ 1 = 17 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 144 and 162 | 1296 |
| 14 and 111 | 1554 |
| 54 and 68 | 1836 |
| 64 and 138 | 4416 |
| 83 and 183 | 15189 |