Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 182 and 36
The least common multiple (LCM) of 182 and 36 is 3276.
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 182 and 36?
First, calculate the GCD of 182 and 36 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 182 ÷ 36 = 5 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 36 ÷ 2 = 18 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 77 and 71 | 5467 |
| 11 and 70 | 770 |
| 112 and 102 | 5712 |
| 37 and 41 | 1517 |
| 143 and 112 | 16016 |