Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 94 and 93
The least common multiple (LCM) of 94 and 93 is 8742.
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 93?
First, calculate the GCD of 94 and 93 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 94 ÷ 93 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 93 ÷ 1 = 93 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 45 and 86 | 3870 |
| 105 and 139 | 14595 |
| 74 and 196 | 7252 |
| 66 and 53 | 3498 |
| 170 and 21 | 3570 |