Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 55 and 54
The least common multiple (LCM) of 55 and 54 is 2970.
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 55 and 54?
First, calculate the GCD of 55 and 54 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 55 ÷ 54 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 54 ÷ 1 = 54 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 135 and 168 | 7560 |
| 132 and 194 | 12804 |
| 50 and 127 | 6350 |
| 167 and 177 | 29559 |
| 110 and 45 | 990 |