Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 72 and 39
The least common multiple (LCM) of 72 and 39 is 936.
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 39?
First, calculate the GCD of 72 and 39 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 72 ÷ 39 = 1 remainder 33 |
| 2 | 39 ÷ 33 = 1 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 33 ÷ 6 = 5 remainder 3 |
| 4 | 6 ÷ 3 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 130 and 57 | 7410 |
| 160 and 11 | 1760 |
| 183 and 188 | 34404 |
| 139 and 85 | 11815 |
| 182 and 120 | 10920 |