Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 36 and 27
The least common multiple (LCM) of 36 and 27 is 108.
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 36 and 27?
First, calculate the GCD of 36 and 27 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 36 ÷ 27 = 1 remainder 9 |
| 2 | 27 ÷ 9 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 140 and 91 | 1820 |
| 55 and 20 | 220 |
| 187 and 127 | 23749 |
| 73 and 71 | 5183 |
| 150 and 131 | 19650 |