Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 161 and 81
The least common multiple (LCM) of 161 and 81 is 13041.
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 81?
First, calculate the GCD of 161 and 81 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 161 ÷ 81 = 1 remainder 80 |
| 2 | 81 ÷ 80 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 80 ÷ 1 = 80 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 176 and 142 | 12496 |
| 37 and 184 | 6808 |
| 160 and 190 | 3040 |
| 42 and 56 | 168 |
| 200 and 84 | 4200 |