Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 48 and 44
The least common multiple (LCM) of 48 and 44 is 528.
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 48 and 44?
First, calculate the GCD of 48 and 44 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 48 ÷ 44 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 44 ÷ 4 = 11 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 195 and 96 | 6240 |
| 25 and 197 | 4925 |
| 109 and 30 | 3270 |
| 152 and 110 | 8360 |
| 53 and 102 | 5406 |