Prime Factorization of 1,242
Answer
1,242 = 2 × 33 × 23
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,242 | 2 | 621 |
| 2 | 621 | 3 | 207 |
| 3 | 207 | 3 | 69 |
| 4 | 69 | 3 | 23 |
| 5 | 23 | 23 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 1,242 are: 2, 3, 23
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 1,242 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 1,242
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 23
- Final expression: 2 × 33 × 23