Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 197 and 98
The least common multiple (LCM) of 197 and 98 is 19306.
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 197 and 98?
First, calculate the GCD of 197 and 98 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 197 ÷ 98 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 98 ÷ 1 = 98 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 80 and 28 | 560 |
| 159 and 12 | 636 |
| 165 and 40 | 1320 |
| 143 and 190 | 27170 |
| 129 and 77 | 9933 |