Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 33 and 22
The least common multiple (LCM) of 33 and 22 is 66.
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 22?
First, calculate the GCD of 33 and 22 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 33 ÷ 22 = 1 remainder 11 |
| 2 | 22 ÷ 11 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 62 and 135 | 8370 |
| 140 and 104 | 3640 |
| 51 and 146 | 7446 |
| 37 and 180 | 6660 |
| 97 and 38 | 3686 |