Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 184 and 182
The least common multiple (LCM) of 184 and 182 is 16744.
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 182?
First, calculate the GCD of 184 and 182 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 184 ÷ 182 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 182 ÷ 2 = 91 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 94 and 137 | 12878 |
| 71 and 48 | 3408 |
| 193 and 124 | 23932 |
| 30 and 64 | 960 |
| 84 and 35 | 420 |