Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 168 and 162
The least common multiple (LCM) of 168 and 162 is 4536.
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 168 and 162?
First, calculate the GCD of 168 and 162 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 168 ÷ 162 = 1 remainder 6 |
| 2 | 162 ÷ 6 = 27 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 40 and 127 | 5080 |
| 139 and 138 | 19182 |
| 138 and 182 | 12558 |
| 100 and 107 | 10700 |
| 13 and 46 | 598 |