Prime Factorization of 7,242
Answer
7,242 = 2 × 3 × 17 × 71
Step by Step Solution
| Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 7,242 | 2 | 3,621 |
| 2 | 3,621 | 3 | 1,207 |
| 3 | 1,207 | 17 | 71 |
| 4 | 71 | 71 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 7,242 are: 2, 3, 17, 71
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 7,242 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 7,242
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3, 17, 71
- Final expression: 2 × 3 × 17 × 71