Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 185 and 180
The least common multiple (LCM) of 185 and 180 is 6660.
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 185 and 180?
First, calculate the GCD of 185 and 180 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 185 ÷ 180 = 1 remainder 5 |
| 2 | 180 ÷ 5 = 36 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 76 and 23 | 1748 |
| 196 and 44 | 2156 |
| 136 and 161 | 21896 |
| 14 and 93 | 1302 |
| 144 and 11 | 1584 |