Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 56 and 56
The least common multiple (LCM) of 56 and 56 is 56.
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 56 and 56?
First, calculate the GCD of 56 and 56 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 56 ÷ 56 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 144 and 168 | 1008 |
| 189 and 179 | 33831 |
| 189 and 139 | 26271 |
| 192 and 134 | 12864 |
| 107 and 190 | 20330 |