Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 184 and 160
The least common multiple (LCM) of 184 and 160 is 3680.
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 184 and 160?
First, calculate the GCD of 184 and 160 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 184 ÷ 160 = 1 remainder 24 |
| 2 | 160 ÷ 24 = 6 remainder 16 |
| 3 | 24 ÷ 16 = 1 remainder 8 |
| 4 | 16 ÷ 8 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 155 and 37 | 5735 |
| 187 and 148 | 27676 |
| 65 and 90 | 1170 |
| 175 and 166 | 29050 |
| 47 and 173 | 8131 |