Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 98 and 64
The least common multiple (LCM) of 98 and 64 is 3136.
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 64?
First, calculate the GCD of 98 and 64 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 98 ÷ 64 = 1 remainder 34 |
| 2 | 64 ÷ 34 = 1 remainder 30 |
| 3 | 34 ÷ 30 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 4 | 30 ÷ 4 = 7 remainder 2 |
| 5 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 138 and 50 | 3450 |
| 128 and 69 | 8832 |
| 126 and 84 | 252 |
| 159 and 53 | 159 |
| 21 and 23 | 483 |