Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 27 and 27
The least common multiple (LCM) of 27 and 27 is 27.
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 27 and 27?
First, calculate the GCD of 27 and 27 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 27 ÷ 27 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 171 and 74 | 12654 |
| 72 and 197 | 14184 |
| 51 and 161 | 8211 |
| 34 and 101 | 3434 |
| 52 and 87 | 4524 |