Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 166 and 14
The least common multiple (LCM) of 166 and 14 is 1162.
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 166 and 14?
First, calculate the GCD of 166 and 14 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 166 ÷ 14 = 11 remainder 12 |
| 2 | 14 ÷ 12 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 3 | 12 ÷ 2 = 6 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 39 and 80 | 3120 |
| 70 and 159 | 11130 |
| 30 and 151 | 4530 |
| 29 and 103 | 2987 |
| 26 and 45 | 1170 |