Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 72 and 69
The least common multiple (LCM) of 72 and 69 is 1656.
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 69?
First, calculate the GCD of 72 and 69 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 72 ÷ 69 = 1 remainder 3 |
| 2 | 69 ÷ 3 = 23 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 182 and 38 | 3458 |
| 12 and 59 | 708 |
| 40 and 117 | 4680 |
| 140 and 26 | 1820 |
| 154 and 97 | 14938 |