Least Common Multiple (LCM) of 79 and 158
The least common multiple (LCM) of 79 and 158 is 158.
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 79 and 158?
First, calculate the GCD of 79 and 158 using the Euclidean algorithm. Then use the formula above to find the LCM.
Step-by-Step GCD Calculation
| Step | Calculation |
|---|---|
| 1 | 79 ÷ 158 = 0 remainder 79 |
| 2 | 158 ÷ 79 = 2 remainder 0 |
Examples of LCM Calculations
| Numbers | LCM |
|---|---|
| 82 and 126 | 5166 |
| 101 and 45 | 4545 |
| 165 and 191 | 31515 |
| 141 and 143 | 20163 |
| 91 and 24 | 2184 |