Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 161 and 138
The least common multiple (LCM) of 161 and 138 is 966.
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 161 and 138?
First, calculate the GCD of 161 and 138 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 161 ÷ 138 = 1 remainder 23 |
| 2 | 138 ÷ 23 = 6 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 177 and 66 | 3894 |
| 157 and 12 | 1884 |
| 142 and 18 | 1278 |
| 70 and 14 | 70 |
| 198 and 161 | 31878 |