Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 162 and 30
The least common multiple (LCM) of 162 and 30 is 810.
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 30?
First, calculate the GCD of 162 and 30 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 162 ÷ 30 = 5 remainder 12 |
| 2 | 30 ÷ 12 = 2 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 12 ÷ 6 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 81 and 157 | 12717 |
| 125 and 34 | 4250 |
| 42 and 99 | 1386 |
| 113 and 195 | 22035 |
| 14 and 199 | 2786 |