Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 160 and 50
The least common multiple (LCM) of 160 and 50 is 800.
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 50?
First, calculate the GCD of 160 and 50 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 160 ÷ 50 = 3 remainder 10 |
| 2 | 50 ÷ 10 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 121 and 68 | 8228 |
| 185 and 130 | 4810 |
| 87 and 41 | 3567 |
| 183 and 58 | 10614 |
| 184 and 167 | 30728 |