Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 31 and 124
The least common multiple (LCM) of 31 and 124 is 124.
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 31 and 124?
First, calculate the GCD of 31 and 124 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 31 ÷ 124 = 0 remainder 31 |
| 2 | 124 ÷ 31 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 147 and 131 | 19257 |
| 86 and 66 | 2838 |
| 125 and 86 | 10750 |
| 33 and 77 | 231 |
| 42 and 56 | 168 |