Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 200 and 160
The least common multiple (LCM) of 200 and 160 is 800.
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 200 and 160?
First, calculate the GCD of 200 and 160 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 200 ÷ 160 = 1 remainder 40 |
| 2 | 160 ÷ 40 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 61 and 138 | 8418 |
| 118 and 129 | 15222 |
| 119 and 111 | 13209 |
| 125 and 63 | 7875 |
| 168 and 200 | 4200 |