Prime Factorization of 2,988
Answer
2,988 = 22 × 32 × 83
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,988 | 2 | 1,494 |
| 2 | 1,494 | 2 | 747 |
| 3 | 747 | 3 | 249 |
| 4 | 249 | 3 | 83 |
| 5 | 83 | 83 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 2,988 are: 2, 3, 83
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 2,988 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 2,988
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 83
- Final expression: 22 × 32 × 83