Prime Factorization of 6,872
Answer
6,872 = 23 × 859
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6,872 | 2 | 3,436 |
| 2 | 3,436 | 2 | 1,718 |
| 3 | 1,718 | 2 | 859 |
| 4 | 859 | 859 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 6,872 are: 2, 859
Try Other Numbers
Calculator
Want to find prime factors of a different number? Use our calculator:
Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 6,872 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 6,872
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 859
- Final expression: 23 × 859