Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 164 and 80
The least common multiple (LCM) of 164 and 80 is 3280.
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 80?
First, calculate the GCD of 164 and 80 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 164 ÷ 80 = 2 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 80 ÷ 4 = 20 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 13 and 195 | 195 |
| 165 and 124 | 20460 |
| 105 and 130 | 2730 |
| 61 and 92 | 5612 |
| 88 and 134 | 5896 |