Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 64 and 64
The least common multiple (LCM) of 64 and 64 is 64.
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 64?
First, calculate the GCD of 64 and 64 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 64 ÷ 64 = 1 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 152 and 74 | 5624 |
| 166 and 66 | 5478 |
| 53 and 68 | 3604 |
| 10 and 52 | 260 |
| 89 and 174 | 15486 |