Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 182 and 169
The least common multiple (LCM) of 182 and 169 is 2366.
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 182 and 169?
First, calculate the GCD of 182 and 169 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 182 ÷ 169 = 1 remainder 13 |
| 2 | 169 ÷ 13 = 13 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 159 and 168 | 8904 |
| 82 and 126 | 5166 |
| 185 and 164 | 30340 |
| 153 and 122 | 18666 |
| 140 and 55 | 1540 |