Prime Factorization of 5,888
Answer
5,888 = 28 × 23
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,888 | 2 | 2,944 |
| 2 | 2,944 | 2 | 1,472 |
| 3 | 1,472 | 2 | 736 |
| 4 | 736 | 2 | 368 |
| 5 | 368 | 2 | 184 |
| 6 | 184 | 2 | 92 |
| 7 | 92 | 2 | 46 |
| 8 | 46 | 2 | 23 |
| 9 | 23 | 23 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 5,888 are: 2, 23
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 5,888 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 5,888
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 23
- Final expression: 28 × 23