Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 160 and 152
The least common multiple (LCM) of 160 and 152 is 3040.
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 160 and 152?
First, calculate the GCD of 160 and 152 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 160 ÷ 152 = 1 remainder 8 |
| 2 | 152 ÷ 8 = 19 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 18 and 162 | 162 |
| 21 and 145 | 3045 |
| 172 and 30 | 2580 |
| 157 and 103 | 16171 |
| 199 and 168 | 33432 |