Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 88 and 36
The least common multiple (LCM) of 88 and 36 is 792.
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 36?
First, calculate the GCD of 88 and 36 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 88 ÷ 36 = 2 remainder 16 |
| 2 | 36 ÷ 16 = 2 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 16 ÷ 4 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 33 and 88 | 264 |
| 74 and 167 | 12358 |
| 105 and 107 | 11235 |
| 124 and 131 | 16244 |
| 141 and 58 | 8178 |