Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 96 and 30
The least common multiple (LCM) of 96 and 30 is 480.
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 96 and 30?
First, calculate the GCD of 96 and 30 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 96 ÷ 30 = 3 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 30 ÷ 6 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 46 and 158 | 3634 |
| 198 and 58 | 5742 |
| 17 and 84 | 1428 |
| 73 and 172 | 12556 |
| 124 and 63 | 7812 |