Prime Factorization of 2,172
Answer
2,172 = 22 × 3 × 181
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,172 | 2 | 1,086 |
| 2 | 1,086 | 2 | 543 |
| 3 | 543 | 3 | 181 |
| 4 | 181 | 181 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 2,172 are: 2, 3, 181
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 2,172 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 2,172
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 181
- Final expression: 22 × 3 × 181