Prime Factorization of 264
Answer
264 = 23 × 3 × 11
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 | 2 | 132 |
| 2 | 132 | 2 | 66 |
| 3 | 66 | 2 | 33 |
| 4 | 33 | 3 | 11 |
| 5 | 11 | 11 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 264 are: 2, 3, 11
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 264 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 264
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 11
- Final expression: 23 × 3 × 11