Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 60 and 40
The least common multiple (LCM) of 60 and 40 is 120.
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 60 and 40?
First, calculate the GCD of 60 and 40 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 60 ÷ 40 = 1 remainder 20 |
| 2 | 40 ÷ 20 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 123 and 187 | 23001 |
| 130 and 146 | 9490 |
| 187 and 200 | 37400 |
| 164 and 101 | 16564 |
| 197 and 123 | 24231 |