Guide: How It Works

lcm(a, b) = |a × b| ÷ gcd(a, b), applied iteratively across all values

Who Is This Calculator For?

  • Students solving fraction and timing problems
  • Anyone scheduling repeating events

Examples

lcm(4, 6): gcd(4,6)=2 → (4×6)/2 = 12.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is LCM computed for more than two numbers?

The LCM is computed pairwise and accumulated across the list using the same formula.

How are GCD and LCM related?

gcd(a,b) × lcm(a,b) = a × b for any two positive integers.

About the Author

This tool is built and maintained by John Britto, a Full-Stack Developer with over 5 years of experience building secure web applications. Our mission is to provide free, private, and reliable tools for everyone.