Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 92 and 14
The least common multiple (LCM) of 92 and 14 is 644.
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 92 and 14?
First, calculate the GCD of 92 and 14 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 92 ÷ 14 = 6 remainder 8 |
| 2 | 14 ÷ 8 = 1 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 8 ÷ 6 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 4 | 6 ÷ 2 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 64 and 147 | 9408 |
| 83 and 51 | 4233 |
| 171 and 197 | 33687 |
| 174 and 22 | 1914 |
| 107 and 48 | 5136 |