Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 180 and 42
The least common multiple (LCM) of 180 and 42 is 1260.
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 42?
First, calculate the GCD of 180 and 42 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 180 ÷ 42 = 4 remainder 12 |
| 2 | 42 ÷ 12 = 3 remainder 6 |
| 3 | 12 ÷ 6 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 196 and 116 | 5684 |
| 77 and 164 | 12628 |
| 53 and 44 | 2332 |
| 148 and 200 | 7400 |
| 73 and 174 | 12702 |