Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 185 and 60
The least common multiple (LCM) of 185 and 60 is 2220.
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 60?
First, calculate the GCD of 185 and 60 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 185 ÷ 60 = 3 remainder 5 |
| 2 | 60 ÷ 5 = 12 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 95 and 186 | 17670 |
| 139 and 35 | 4865 |
| 68 and 85 | 340 |
| 185 and 120 | 4440 |
| 162 and 74 | 5994 |