Prime Factorization of 3,159
Answer
3,159 = 35 × 13
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,159 | 3 | 1,053 |
| 2 | 1,053 | 3 | 351 |
| 3 | 351 | 3 | 117 |
| 4 | 117 | 3 | 39 |
| 5 | 39 | 3 | 13 |
| 6 | 13 | 13 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 3,159 are: 3, 13
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 3,159 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 3,159
- Break it down into its prime factors: 3, 13
- Final expression: 35 × 13