Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 190 and 152
The least common multiple (LCM) of 190 and 152 is 760.
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 190 and 152?
First, calculate the GCD of 190 and 152 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 190 ÷ 152 = 1 remainder 38 |
| 2 | 152 ÷ 38 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 28 and 56 | 56 |
| 108 and 196 | 5292 |
| 29 and 144 | 4176 |
| 186 and 92 | 8556 |
| 115 and 185 | 4255 |