Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 35 and 10
The least common multiple (LCM) of 35 and 10 is 70.
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 35 and 10?
First, calculate the GCD of 35 and 10 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 35 ÷ 10 = 3 remainder 5 |
| 2 | 10 ÷ 5 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 73 and 165 | 12045 |
| 128 and 151 | 19328 |
| 99 and 37 | 3663 |
| 167 and 200 | 33400 |
| 174 and 135 | 7830 |