Prime Factorization of 5,900
Answer
5,900 = 22 × 52 × 59
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,900 | 2 | 2,950 |
| 2 | 2,950 | 2 | 1,475 |
| 3 | 1,475 | 5 | 295 |
| 4 | 295 | 5 | 59 |
| 5 | 59 | 59 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 5,900 are: 2, 5, 59
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 5,900 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 5,900
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 5, 59
- Final expression: 22 × 52 × 59