Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 98 and 49
The least common multiple (LCM) of 98 and 49 is 98.
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 98 and 49?
First, calculate the GCD of 98 and 49 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 98 ÷ 49 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 185 and 131 | 24235 |
| 173 and 48 | 8304 |
| 70 and 151 | 10570 |
| 59 and 164 | 9676 |
| 48 and 56 | 336 |