Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 40 and 32
The least common multiple (LCM) of 40 and 32 is 160.
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 32?
First, calculate the GCD of 40 and 32 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 40 ÷ 32 = 1 remainder 8 |
| 2 | 32 ÷ 8 = 4 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 14 and 36 | 252 |
| 28 and 158 | 2212 |
| 64 and 70 | 2240 |
| 77 and 81 | 6237 |
| 130 and 83 | 10790 |