Find the Prime Factorization 4

Problem

4

Solution

1. Identify the smallest prime number that divides the given number. Since 4 is an even number, it is divisible by 2

2. Divide the number by that prime factor.

4÷2=2

3. Check if the resulting quotient is a prime number. Since 2 is a prime number, the factorization process is complete.

4. Write the result as a product of prime factors.

4=2×2

5. Express the product using exponents for repeated factors.

4=2

Final Answer

4=2

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