Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 198 and 96
The least common multiple (LCM) of 198 and 96 is 3168.
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 96?
First, calculate the GCD of 198 and 96 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 198 ÷ 96 = 2 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 96 ÷ 6 = 16 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 131 and 172 | 22532 |
| 141 and 78 | 3666 |
| 180 and 61 | 10980 |
| 49 and 51 | 2499 |
| 123 and 78 | 3198 |