Prime Factorization of 1,728
Answer
1,728 = 26 × 33
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,728 | 2 | 864 |
| 2 | 864 | 2 | 432 |
| 3 | 432 | 2 | 216 |
| 4 | 216 | 2 | 108 |
| 5 | 108 | 2 | 54 |
| 6 | 54 | 2 | 27 |
| 7 | 27 | 3 | 9 |
| 8 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| 9 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 1,728 are: 2, 3
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 1,728 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 1,728
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3
- Final expression: 26 × 33