Prime Factorization of 5,978
Answer
5,978 = 2 × 72 × 61
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,978 | 2 | 2,989 |
| 2 | 2,989 | 7 | 427 |
| 3 | 427 | 7 | 61 |
| 4 | 61 | 61 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 5,978 are: 2, 7, 61
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 5,978 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 5,978
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 7, 61
- Final expression: 2 × 72 × 61