Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 165 and 165
The least common multiple (LCM) of 165 and 165 is 165.
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 165 and 165?
First, calculate the GCD of 165 and 165 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 165 ÷ 165 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 35 and 183 | 6405 |
| 21 and 156 | 1092 |
| 40 and 99 | 3960 |
| 36 and 14 | 252 |
| 194 and 192 | 18624 |