Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 196 and 49
The least common multiple (LCM) of 196 and 49 is 196.
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 49?
First, calculate the GCD of 196 and 49 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 196 ÷ 49 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 36 and 132 | 396 |
| 169 and 87 | 14703 |
| 68 and 189 | 12852 |
| 131 and 198 | 25938 |
| 21 and 174 | 1218 |