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 |
|---|---|
| 80 and 99 | 7920 |
| 80 and 88 | 880 |
| 13 and 124 | 1612 |
| 140 and 177 | 24780 |
| 16 and 125 | 2000 |