Prime Factorization of 3,968
Answer
3,968 = 27 × 31
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3,968 | 2 | 1,984 |
| 2 | 1,984 | 2 | 992 |
| 3 | 992 | 2 | 496 |
| 4 | 496 | 2 | 248 |
| 5 | 248 | 2 | 124 |
| 6 | 124 | 2 | 62 |
| 7 | 62 | 2 | 31 |
| 8 | 31 | 31 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 3,968 are: 2, 31
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 3,968 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 3,968
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 31
- Final expression: 27 × 31