Prime Factorization of 5,982
Answer
5,982 = 2 × 3 × 997
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 5,982 | 2 | 2,991 |
| 2 | 2,991 | 3 | 997 |
| 3 | 997 | 997 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 5,982 are: 2, 3, 997
Try Other Numbers
Calculator
Want to find prime factors of a different number? Use our calculator:
Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 5,982 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 5,982
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 997
- Final expression: 2 × 3 × 997