Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 40 and 16
The least common multiple (LCM) of 40 and 16 is 80.
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 40 and 16?
First, calculate the GCD of 40 and 16 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 40 ÷ 16 = 2 remainder 8 |
| 2 | 16 ÷ 8 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 171 and 75 | 4275 |
| 179 and 164 | 29356 |
| 171 and 20 | 3420 |
| 38 and 79 | 3002 |
| 185 and 178 | 32930 |