Prime Factorization of 5,172
Answer
5,172 = 22 × 3 × 431
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,172 | 2 | 2,586 |
| 2 | 2,586 | 2 | 1,293 |
| 3 | 1,293 | 3 | 431 |
| 4 | 431 | 431 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 5,172 are: 2, 3, 431
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 5,172 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 5,172
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 431
- Final expression: 22 × 3 × 431