Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 187 and 187
The least common multiple (LCM) of 187 and 187 is 187.
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 187 and 187?
First, calculate the GCD of 187 and 187 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 187 ÷ 187 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 92 and 124 | 2852 |
| 131 and 45 | 5895 |
| 33 and 51 | 561 |
| 67 and 90 | 6030 |
| 170 and 57 | 9690 |