Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 164 and 164
The least common multiple (LCM) of 164 and 164 is 164.
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 164?
First, calculate the GCD of 164 and 164 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 164 ÷ 164 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 25 and 72 | 1800 |
| 132 and 25 | 3300 |
| 184 and 197 | 36248 |
| 46 and 170 | 3910 |
| 72 and 52 | 936 |