Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 57 and 57
The least common multiple (LCM) of 57 and 57 is 57.
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 57 and 57?
First, calculate the GCD of 57 and 57 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 57 ÷ 57 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 157 and 41 | 6437 |
| 112 and 106 | 5936 |
| 118 and 98 | 5782 |
| 161 and 162 | 26082 |
| 34 and 70 | 1190 |