Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 186 and 155
The least common multiple (LCM) of 186 and 155 is 930.
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 155?
First, calculate the GCD of 186 and 155 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 186 ÷ 155 = 1 remainder 31 |
| 2 | 155 ÷ 31 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 129 and 85 | 10965 |
| 166 and 179 | 29714 |
| 182 and 171 | 31122 |
| 85 and 58 | 4930 |
| 119 and 147 | 2499 |