Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 72 and 144
The least common multiple (LCM) of 72 and 144 is 144.
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 72 and 144?
First, calculate the GCD of 72 and 144 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 72 ÷ 144 = 0 remainder 72 |
| 2 | 144 ÷ 72 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 172 and 45 | 7740 |
| 116 and 176 | 5104 |
| 80 and 97 | 7760 |
| 146 and 164 | 11972 |
| 26 and 14 | 182 |