Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 179 and 179
The least common multiple (LCM) of 179 and 179 is 179.
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 179 and 179?
First, calculate the GCD of 179 and 179 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 179 ÷ 179 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 169 and 79 | 13351 |
| 41 and 89 | 3649 |
| 199 and 134 | 26666 |
| 20 and 73 | 1460 |
| 86 and 165 | 14190 |