Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 94 and 31
The least common multiple (LCM) of 94 and 31 is 2914.
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 94 and 31?
First, calculate the GCD of 94 and 31 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 94 ÷ 31 = 3 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 31 ÷ 1 = 31 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 17 and 184 | 3128 |
| 191 and 63 | 12033 |
| 107 and 89 | 9523 |
| 95 and 70 | 1330 |
| 195 and 37 | 7215 |