Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 183 and 26
The least common multiple (LCM) of 183 and 26 is 4758.
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 183 and 26?
First, calculate the GCD of 183 and 26 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 183 ÷ 26 = 7 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 26 ÷ 1 = 26 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 23 and 121 | 2783 |
| 194 and 70 | 6790 |
| 54 and 191 | 10314 |
| 110 and 194 | 10670 |
| 136 and 146 | 9928 |