Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 164 and 84
The least common multiple (LCM) of 164 and 84 is 3444.
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 84?
First, calculate the GCD of 164 and 84 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 164 ÷ 84 = 1 remainder 80 |
| 2 | 84 ÷ 80 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 80 ÷ 4 = 20 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 43 and 143 | 6149 |
| 157 and 153 | 24021 |
| 112 and 150 | 8400 |
| 134 and 58 | 3886 |
| 195 and 167 | 32565 |