Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 192 and 48
The least common multiple (LCM) of 192 and 48 is 192.
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 192 and 48?
First, calculate the GCD of 192 and 48 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 192 ÷ 48 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 70 and 177 | 12390 |
| 128 and 62 | 3968 |
| 74 and 39 | 2886 |
| 26 and 193 | 5018 |
| 110 and 32 | 1760 |