Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 158 and 32
The least common multiple (LCM) of 158 and 32 is 2528.
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 32?
First, calculate the GCD of 158 and 32 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 158 ÷ 32 = 4 remainder 30 |
| 2 | 32 ÷ 30 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 30 ÷ 2 = 15 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 123 and 141 | 5781 |
| 159 and 187 | 29733 |
| 193 and 98 | 18914 |
| 121 and 56 | 6776 |
| 196 and 77 | 2156 |