Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 192 and 96
The least common multiple (LCM) of 192 and 96 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 96?
First, calculate the GCD of 192 and 96 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 192 ÷ 96 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 158 and 41 | 6478 |
| 187 and 148 | 27676 |
| 158 and 27 | 4266 |
| 39 and 140 | 5460 |
| 49 and 56 | 392 |