Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 168 and 19
The least common multiple (LCM) of 168 and 19 is 3192.
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 19?
First, calculate the GCD of 168 and 19 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 168 ÷ 19 = 8 remainder 16 |
| 2 | 19 ÷ 16 = 1 remainder 3 |
| 3 | 16 ÷ 3 = 5 remainder 1 |
| 4 | 3 ÷ 1 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 116 and 63 | 7308 |
| 128 and 131 | 16768 |
| 129 and 144 | 6192 |
| 66 and 197 | 13002 |
| 185 and 117 | 21645 |