Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 46 and 47
The least common multiple (LCM) of 46 and 47 is 2162.
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 46 and 47?
First, calculate the GCD of 46 and 47 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 46 ÷ 47 = 0 remainder 46 |
| 2 | 47 ÷ 46 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 46 ÷ 1 = 46 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 100 and 81 | 8100 |
| 164 and 183 | 30012 |
| 136 and 178 | 12104 |
| 40 and 19 | 760 |
| 183 and 168 | 10248 |