Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 168 and 80
The least common multiple (LCM) of 168 and 80 is 1680.
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 80?
First, calculate the GCD of 168 and 80 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 168 ÷ 80 = 2 remainder 8 |
| 2 | 80 ÷ 8 = 10 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 187 and 37 | 6919 |
| 15 and 183 | 915 |
| 16 and 199 | 3184 |
| 68 and 43 | 2924 |
| 83 and 96 | 7968 |