Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 164 and 166
The least common multiple (LCM) of 164 and 166 is 13612.
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 166?
First, calculate the GCD of 164 and 166 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 164 ÷ 166 = 0 remainder 164 |
| 2 | 166 ÷ 164 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 164 ÷ 2 = 82 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 165 and 85 | 2805 |
| 15 and 180 | 180 |
| 180 and 68 | 3060 |
| 18 and 32 | 288 |
| 172 and 93 | 15996 |