Prime Factorization of 1,542
Answer
1,542 = 2 × 3 × 257
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,542 | 2 | 771 |
| 2 | 771 | 3 | 257 |
| 3 | 257 | 257 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 1,542 are: 2, 3, 257
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 1,542 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 1,542
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 257
- Final expression: 2 × 3 × 257