Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 64 and 60
The least common multiple (LCM) of 64 and 60 is 960.
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 64 and 60?
First, calculate the GCD of 64 and 60 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 64 ÷ 60 = 1 remainder 4 |
| 2 | 60 ÷ 4 = 15 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 198 and 165 | 990 |
| 172 and 180 | 7740 |
| 161 and 53 | 8533 |
| 122 and 118 | 7198 |
| 171 and 69 | 3933 |