Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 157 and 105
The least common multiple (LCM) of 157 and 105 is 16485.
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 157 and 105?
First, calculate the GCD of 157 and 105 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 157 ÷ 105 = 1 remainder 52 |
| 2 | 105 ÷ 52 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 52 ÷ 1 = 52 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 175 and 129 | 22575 |
| 79 and 171 | 13509 |
| 118 and 125 | 14750 |
| 155 and 187 | 28985 |
| 25 and 177 | 4425 |