Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 167 and 42
The least common multiple (LCM) of 167 and 42 is 7014.
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 167 and 42?
First, calculate the GCD of 167 and 42 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 167 ÷ 42 = 3 remainder 41 |
| 2 | 42 ÷ 41 = 1 remainder 1 |
| 3 | 41 ÷ 1 = 41 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 23 and 177 | 4071 |
| 193 and 197 | 38021 |
| 160 and 181 | 28960 |
| 189 and 177 | 11151 |
| 185 and 118 | 21830 |