Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 76 and 57
The least common multiple (LCM) of 76 and 57 is 228.
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 76 and 57?
First, calculate the GCD of 76 and 57 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 76 ÷ 57 = 1 remainder 19 |
| 2 | 57 ÷ 19 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 121 and 71 | 8591 |
| 88 and 92 | 2024 |
| 134 and 78 | 5226 |
| 162 and 192 | 5184 |
| 172 and 149 | 25628 |