Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 195 and 195
The least common multiple (LCM) of 195 and 195 is 195.
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 195?
First, calculate the GCD of 195 and 195 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 195 ÷ 195 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 196 and 74 | 7252 |
| 135 and 142 | 19170 |
| 70 and 138 | 4830 |
| 32 and 144 | 288 |
| 15 and 127 | 1905 |