Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 196 and 32
The least common multiple (LCM) of 196 and 32 is 1568.
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 196 and 32?
First, calculate the GCD of 196 and 32 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 196 ÷ 32 = 6 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 32 ÷ 4 = 8 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 176 and 12 | 528 |
| 146 and 135 | 19710 |
| 49 and 27 | 1323 |
| 69 and 49 | 3381 |
| 19 and 107 | 2033 |