Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 162 and 108
The least common multiple (LCM) of 162 and 108 is 324.
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 162 and 108?
First, calculate the GCD of 162 and 108 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 162 ÷ 108 = 1 remainder 54 |
| 2 | 108 ÷ 54 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 121 and 168 | 20328 |
| 54 and 168 | 1512 |
| 104 and 32 | 416 |
| 15 and 165 | 165 |
| 186 and 51 | 3162 |