Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 158 and 2
The least common multiple (LCM) of 158 and 2 is 158.
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 158 and 2?
First, calculate the GCD of 158 and 2 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 158 ÷ 2 = 79 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 59 and 21 | 1239 |
| 183 and 22 | 4026 |
| 59 and 126 | 7434 |
| 22 and 22 | 22 |
| 32 and 103 | 3296 |