Prime Factorization of 2,916
Answer
2,916 = 22 × 36
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,916 | 2 | 1,458 |
| 2 | 1,458 | 2 | 729 |
| 3 | 729 | 3 | 243 |
| 4 | 243 | 3 | 81 |
| 5 | 81 | 3 | 27 |
| 6 | 27 | 3 | 9 |
| 7 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
| 8 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 2,916 are: 2, 3
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 2,916 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 2,916
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3
- Final expression: 22 × 36