Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 92 and 44
The least common multiple (LCM) of 92 and 44 is 1012.
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 44?
First, calculate the GCD of 92 and 44 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 92 ÷ 44 = 2 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 44 ÷ 4 = 11 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 134 and 43 | 5762 |
| 91 and 101 | 9191 |
| 27 and 65 | 1755 |
| 168 and 64 | 1344 |
| 68 and 59 | 4012 |