Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 92 and 96
The least common multiple (LCM) of 92 and 96 is 2208.
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 96?
First, calculate the GCD of 92 and 96 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 92 ÷ 96 = 0 remainder 92 |
| 2 | 96 ÷ 92 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 92 ÷ 4 = 23 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 80 and 107 | 8560 |
| 155 and 48 | 7440 |
| 194 and 59 | 11446 |
| 144 and 161 | 23184 |
| 57 and 200 | 11400 |