Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 64 and 192
The least common multiple (LCM) of 64 and 192 is 192.
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 64 and 192?
First, calculate the GCD of 64 and 192 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 64 ÷ 192 = 0 remainder 64 |
| 2 | 192 ÷ 64 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 161 and 152 | 24472 |
| 40 and 112 | 560 |
| 193 and 39 | 7527 |
| 43 and 37 | 1591 |
| 182 and 176 | 16016 |