Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 184 and 131
The least common multiple (LCM) of 184 and 131 is 24104.
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 184 and 131?
First, calculate the GCD of 184 and 131 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 184 ÷ 131 = 1 remainder 53 |
| 2 | 131 ÷ 53 = 2 remainder 25 |
| 3 | 53 ÷ 25 = 2 remainder 3 |
| 4 | 25 ÷ 3 = 8 remainder 1 |
| 5 | 3 ÷ 1 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 190 and 76 | 380 |
| 111 and 184 | 20424 |
| 10 and 113 | 1130 |
| 135 and 110 | 2970 |
| 83 and 157 | 13031 |