Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 160 and 26
The least common multiple (LCM) of 160 and 26 is 2080.
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 26?
First, calculate the GCD of 160 and 26 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 160 ÷ 26 = 6 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 26 ÷ 4 = 6 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 4 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 176 and 170 | 14960 |
| 173 and 19 | 3287 |
| 113 and 168 | 18984 |
| 133 and 15 | 1995 |
| 148 and 51 | 7548 |