Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 30 and 90
The least common multiple (LCM) of 30 and 90 is 90.
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 30 and 90?
First, calculate the GCD of 30 and 90 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 30 ÷ 90 = 0 remainder 30 |
| 2 | 90 ÷ 30 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 138 and 186 | 4278 |
| 54 and 21 | 378 |
| 152 and 84 | 3192 |
| 156 and 171 | 8892 |
| 65 and 196 | 12740 |