Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 176 and 80
The least common multiple (LCM) of 176 and 80 is 880.
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 176 and 80?
First, calculate the GCD of 176 and 80 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 176 ÷ 80 = 2 remainder 16 |
| 2 | 80 ÷ 16 = 5 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 135 and 180 | 540 |
| 122 and 56 | 3416 |
| 80 and 70 | 560 |
| 133 and 135 | 17955 |
| 170 and 161 | 27370 |