Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 75 and 75
The least common multiple (LCM) of 75 and 75 is 75.
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 75 and 75?
First, calculate the GCD of 75 and 75 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 75 ÷ 75 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 84 and 177 | 4956 |
| 199 and 199 | 199 |
| 96 and 152 | 1824 |
| 103 and 150 | 15450 |
| 170 and 84 | 7140 |