Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 180 and 165
The least common multiple (LCM) of 180 and 165 is 1980.
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 180 and 165?
First, calculate the GCD of 180 and 165 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 180 ÷ 165 = 1 remainder 15 |
| 2 | 165 ÷ 15 = 11 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 170 and 130 | 2210 |
| 155 and 49 | 7595 |
| 129 and 160 | 20640 |
| 106 and 89 | 9434 |
| 80 and 135 | 2160 |