Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 198 and 48
The least common multiple (LCM) of 198 and 48 is 1584.
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 48?
First, calculate the GCD of 198 and 48 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 198 ÷ 48 = 4 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 48 ÷ 6 = 8 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 176 and 19 | 3344 |
| 72 and 140 | 2520 |
| 15 and 51 | 255 |
| 135 and 171 | 2565 |
| 140 and 121 | 16940 |