Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 198 and 192
The least common multiple (LCM) of 198 and 192 is 6336.
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 192?
First, calculate the GCD of 198 and 192 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 198 ÷ 192 = 1 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 192 ÷ 6 = 32 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 193 and 94 | 18142 |
| 78 and 170 | 6630 |
| 27 and 75 | 675 |
| 156 and 179 | 27924 |
| 69 and 67 | 4623 |