Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 183 and 91
The least common multiple (LCM) of 183 and 91 is 16653.
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 91?
First, calculate the GCD of 183 and 91 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 183 ÷ 91 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 91 ÷ 1 = 91 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 46 and 74 | 1702 |
| 105 and 186 | 6510 |
| 193 and 153 | 29529 |
| 157 and 120 | 18840 |
| 179 and 47 | 8413 |