Prime Factorization of 2,556
Answer
2,556 = 22 × 32 × 71
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,556 | 2 | 1,278 |
| 2 | 1,278 | 2 | 639 |
| 3 | 639 | 3 | 213 |
| 4 | 213 | 3 | 71 |
| 5 | 71 | 71 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 2,556 are: 2, 3, 71
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 2,556 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 2,556
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 71
- Final expression: 22 × 32 × 71