Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 162 and 19
The least common multiple (LCM) of 162 and 19 is 3078.
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 19?
First, calculate the GCD of 162 and 19 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 162 ÷ 19 = 8 remainder 10 |
| 2 | 19 ÷ 10 = 1 remainder 9 |
| 3 | 10 ÷ 9 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 9 ÷ 1 = 9 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 179 and 39 | 6981 |
| 142 and 180 | 12780 |
| 198 and 24 | 792 |
| 155 and 155 | 155 |
| 153 and 103 | 15759 |