Prime Factorization of 3,942
Answer
3,942 = 2 × 33 × 73
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,942 | 2 | 1,971 |
| 2 | 1,971 | 3 | 657 |
| 3 | 657 | 3 | 219 |
| 4 | 219 | 3 | 73 |
| 5 | 73 | 73 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 3,942 are: 2, 3, 73
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 3,942 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 3,942
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 73
- Final expression: 2 × 33 × 73