Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 185 and 139
The least common multiple (LCM) of 185 and 139 is 25715.
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 185 and 139?
First, calculate the GCD of 185 and 139 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 185 ÷ 139 = 1 remainder 46 |
| 2 | 139 ÷ 46 = 3 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 46 ÷ 1 = 46 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 189 and 45 | 945 |
| 117 and 42 | 1638 |
| 33 and 180 | 1980 |
| 86 and 171 | 14706 |
| 63 and 124 | 7812 |