Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 186 and 12
The least common multiple (LCM) of 186 and 12 is 372.
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 186 and 12?
First, calculate the GCD of 186 and 12 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 186 ÷ 12 = 15 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 12 ÷ 6 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 151 and 120 | 18120 |
| 138 and 48 | 1104 |
| 160 and 85 | 2720 |
| 117 and 17 | 1989 |
| 173 and 196 | 33908 |