Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 195 and 182
The least common multiple (LCM) of 195 and 182 is 2730.
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 195 and 182?
First, calculate the GCD of 195 and 182 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 195 ÷ 182 = 1 remainder 13 |
| 2 | 182 ÷ 13 = 14 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 109 and 111 | 12099 |
| 163 and 113 | 18419 |
| 138 and 63 | 2898 |
| 18 and 123 | 738 |
| 166 and 155 | 25730 |