Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 93 and 31
The least common multiple (LCM) of 93 and 31 is 93.
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 93 and 31?
First, calculate the GCD of 93 and 31 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 93 ÷ 31 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 175 and 142 | 24850 |
| 150 and 124 | 9300 |
| 128 and 70 | 4480 |
| 37 and 37 | 37 |
| 157 and 167 | 26219 |