Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 159 and 16
The least common multiple (LCM) of 159 and 16 is 2544.
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 159 and 16?
First, calculate the GCD of 159 and 16 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 159 ÷ 16 = 9 remainder 15 |
| 2 | 16 ÷ 15 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 15 ÷ 1 = 15 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 146 and 127 | 18542 |
| 175 and 117 | 20475 |
| 115 and 130 | 2990 |
| 118 and 95 | 11210 |
| 191 and 42 | 8022 |