Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 196 and 180
The least common multiple (LCM) of 196 and 180 is 8820.
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 196 and 180?
First, calculate the GCD of 196 and 180 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 196 ÷ 180 = 1 remainder 16 |
| 2 | 180 ÷ 16 = 11 remainder 4 |
| 3 | 16 ÷ 4 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 186 and 67 | 12462 |
| 45 and 126 | 630 |
| 186 and 133 | 24738 |
| 38 and 85 | 3230 |
| 44 and 54 | 1188 |