Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 33 and 12
The least common multiple (LCM) of 33 and 12 is 132.
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 33 and 12?
First, calculate the GCD of 33 and 12 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 33 ÷ 12 = 2 remainder 9 |
| 2 | 12 ÷ 9 = 1 remainder 3 |
| 3 | 9 ÷ 3 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 60 and 143 | 8580 |
| 171 and 60 | 3420 |
| 156 and 35 | 5460 |
| 102 and 18 | 306 |
| 160 and 88 | 1760 |