Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 164 and 163
The least common multiple (LCM) of 164 and 163 is 26732.
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 164 and 163?
First, calculate the GCD of 164 and 163 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 164 ÷ 163 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 2 | 163 ÷ 1 = 163 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 182 and 153 | 27846 |
| 24 and 22 | 264 |
| 11 and 69 | 759 |
| 182 and 127 | 23114 |
| 34 and 85 | 170 |