Prime Factorization of 68
Answer
68 = 22 × 17
Step by Step Solution
Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
---|---|---|---|
1 | 68 | 2 | 34 |
2 | 34 | 2 | 17 |
3 | 17 | 17 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 68 are: 2, 17
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 68 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 68
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 17
- Final expression: 22 × 17