Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 162 and 80
The least common multiple (LCM) of 162 and 80 is 6480.
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 80?
First, calculate the GCD of 162 and 80 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 162 ÷ 80 = 2 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 80 ÷ 2 = 40 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 23 and 26 | 598 |
| 161 and 23 | 161 |
| 24 and 73 | 1752 |
| 54 and 90 | 270 |
| 153 and 37 | 5661 |