Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 193 and 96
The least common multiple (LCM) of 193 and 96 is 18528.
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 193 and 96?
First, calculate the GCD of 193 and 96 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 193 ÷ 96 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 96 ÷ 1 = 96 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 141 and 99 | 4653 |
| 174 and 160 | 13920 |
| 161 and 119 | 2737 |
| 178 and 79 | 14062 |
| 29 and 35 | 1015 |