Prime Factorization of 5,742
Answer
5,742 = 2 × 32 × 11 × 29
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,742 | 2 | 2,871 |
| 2 | 2,871 | 3 | 957 |
| 3 | 957 | 3 | 319 |
| 4 | 319 | 11 | 29 |
| 5 | 29 | 29 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 5,742 are: 2, 3, 11, 29
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 5,742 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 5,742
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 11, 29
- Final expression: 2 × 32 × 11 × 29