Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 88 and 184
The least common multiple (LCM) of 88 and 184 is 2024.
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 88 and 184?
First, calculate the GCD of 88 and 184 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 88 ÷ 184 = 0 remainder 88 |
| 2 | 184 ÷ 88 = 2 remainder 8 |
| 3 | 88 ÷ 8 = 11 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 44 and 178 | 3916 |
| 60 and 187 | 11220 |
| 113 and 143 | 16159 |
| 160 and 175 | 5600 |
| 151 and 12 | 1812 |