Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 18 and 16
The least common multiple (LCM) of 18 and 16 is 144.
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 18 and 16?
First, calculate the GCD of 18 and 16 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 18 ÷ 16 = 1 remainder 2 |
| 2 | 16 ÷ 2 = 8 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 128 and 49 | 6272 |
| 15 and 139 | 2085 |
| 194 and 49 | 9506 |
| 179 and 55 | 9845 |
| 180 and 80 | 720 |