Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 187 and 88
The least common multiple (LCM) of 187 and 88 is 1496.
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 88?
First, calculate the GCD of 187 and 88 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 187 ÷ 88 = 2 remainder 11 |
| 2 | 88 ÷ 11 = 8 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 97 and 38 | 3686 |
| 29 and 168 | 4872 |
| 169 and 16 | 2704 |
| 123 and 55 | 6765 |
| 142 and 56 | 3976 |