Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 196 and 40
The least common multiple (LCM) of 196 and 40 is 1960.
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 40?
First, calculate the GCD of 196 and 40 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 196 ÷ 40 = 4 remainder 36 |
| 2 | 40 ÷ 36 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 36 ÷ 4 = 9 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 85 and 116 | 9860 |
| 136 and 39 | 5304 |
| 48 and 46 | 1104 |
| 62 and 182 | 5642 |
| 142 and 161 | 22862 |