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 |
|---|---|
| 119 and 92 | 10948 |
| 143 and 14 | 2002 |
| 16 and 137 | 2192 |
| 152 and 145 | 22040 |
| 55 and 64 | 3520 |