Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 19 and 152
The least common multiple (LCM) of 19 and 152 is 152.
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 19 and 152?
First, calculate the GCD of 19 and 152 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 19 ÷ 152 = 0 remainder 19 |
| 2 | 152 ÷ 19 = 8 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 46 and 136 | 3128 |
| 126 and 70 | 630 |
| 114 and 172 | 9804 |
| 68 and 138 | 4692 |
| 84 and 110 | 4620 |