Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 45 and 21
The least common multiple (LCM) of 45 and 21 is 315.
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 45 and 21?
First, calculate the GCD of 45 and 21 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 45 ÷ 21 = 2 remainder 3 |
| 2 | 21 ÷ 3 = 7 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 56 and 43 | 2408 |
| 64 and 37 | 2368 |
| 172 and 37 | 6364 |
| 130 and 141 | 18330 |
| 61 and 121 | 7381 |