Prime Factorization of 3,872
Answer
3,872 = 25 × 112
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,872 | 2 | 1,936 |
| 2 | 1,936 | 2 | 968 |
| 3 | 968 | 2 | 484 |
| 4 | 484 | 2 | 242 |
| 5 | 242 | 2 | 121 |
| 6 | 121 | 11 | 11 |
| 7 | 11 | 11 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 3,872 are: 2, 11
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 3,872 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 3,872
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 11
- Final expression: 25 × 112