Prime Factorization of 864
Answer
864 = 25 × 33
Step by Step Solution
Step | Number | Divide by | Result |
---|---|---|---|
1 | 864 | 2 | 432 |
2 | 432 | 2 | 216 |
3 | 216 | 2 | 108 |
4 | 108 | 2 | 54 |
5 | 54 | 2 | 27 |
6 | 27 | 3 | 9 |
7 | 9 | 3 | 3 |
8 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
Prime Factors
The prime factors of 864 are: 2, 3
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Understanding Prime Factorization
The prime factorization of 864 shows how this number can be expressed as a product of prime numbers. In this case:
- We start with 864
- Break it down into its prime factors: 2, 3
- Final expression: 25 × 33