Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 168 and 166
The least common multiple (LCM) of 168 and 166 is 13944.
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 166?
First, calculate the GCD of 168 and 166 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 168 ÷ 166 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 166 ÷ 2 = 83 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 187 and 154 | 2618 |
| 119 and 184 | 21896 |
| 25 and 12 | 300 |
| 139 and 132 | 18348 |
| 166 and 98 | 8134 |