Prime Factorization of 3,042
Answer
3,042 = 2 × 32 × 132
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,042 | 2 | 1,521 |
| 2 | 1,521 | 3 | 507 |
| 3 | 507 | 3 | 169 |
| 4 | 169 | 13 | 13 |
| 5 | 13 | 13 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 3,042 are: 2, 3, 13
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 3,042 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 3,042
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 13
- Final expression: 2 × 32 × 132