Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 180 and 184
The least common multiple (LCM) of 180 and 184 is 8280.
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 184?
First, calculate the GCD of 180 and 184 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 180 ÷ 184 = 0 remainder 180 |
| 2 | 184 ÷ 180 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 180 ÷ 4 = 45 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 180 and 55 | 1980 |
| 168 and 44 | 1848 |
| 122 and 200 | 12200 |
| 189 and 153 | 3213 |
| 95 and 104 | 9880 |