Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 180 and 88
The least common multiple (LCM) of 180 and 88 is 3960.
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 88?
First, calculate the GCD of 180 and 88 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 180 ÷ 88 = 2 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 88 ÷ 4 = 22 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 129 and 64 | 8256 |
| 138 and 149 | 20562 |
| 124 and 173 | 21452 |
| 42 and 122 | 2562 |
| 83 and 107 | 8881 |