Prime Factorization of 280
Answer
280 = 23 × 5 × 7
Step by Step Solution
Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
---|---|---|---|
1 | 280 | 2 | 140 |
2 | 140 | 2 | 70 |
3 | 70 | 2 | 35 |
4 | 35 | 5 | 7 |
5 | 7 | 7 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 280 are: 2, 5, 7
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 280 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 280
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 5, 7
- Final expression: 23 × 5 × 7