Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 37 and 185
The least common multiple (LCM) of 37 and 185 is 185.
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 37 and 185?
First, calculate the GCD of 37 and 185 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 37 ÷ 185 = 0 remainder 37 |
| 2 | 185 ÷ 37 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 105 and 189 | 945 |
| 25 and 171 | 4275 |
| 42 and 14 | 42 |
| 42 and 184 | 3864 |
| 51 and 166 | 8466 |