Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 198 and 11
The least common multiple (LCM) of 198 and 11 is 198.
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 198 and 11?
First, calculate the GCD of 198 and 11 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 198 ÷ 11 = 18 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 152 and 189 | 28728 |
| 144 and 161 | 23184 |
| 158 and 73 | 11534 |
| 172 and 163 | 28036 |
| 127 and 11 | 1397 |