Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 161 and 19
The least common multiple (LCM) of 161 and 19 is 3059.
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 19?
First, calculate the GCD of 161 and 19 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 161 ÷ 19 = 8 remainder 9 |
| 2 | 19 ÷ 9 = 2 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 9 ÷ 1 = 9 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 143 and 132 | 1716 |
| 51 and 177 | 3009 |
| 150 and 183 | 9150 |
| 45 and 24 | 360 |
| 32 and 42 | 672 |