Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 170 and 15
The least common multiple (LCM) of 170 and 15 is 510.
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 170 and 15?
First, calculate the GCD of 170 and 15 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 170 ÷ 15 = 11 remainder 5 |
| 2 | 15 ÷ 5 = 3 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 132 and 71 | 9372 |
| 20 and 39 | 780 |
| 143 and 162 | 23166 |
| 125 and 198 | 24750 |
| 155 and 187 | 28985 |