Find the Prime Factorization 48

Problem

48

Solution

1. Divide the number by the smallest prime number, which is 2

48÷2=24

2. Continue dividing the result by 2 as long as it remains even.

24÷2=12

3. Divide by 2 again.

12÷2=6

4. Divide by 2 one more time.

6÷2=3

5. Identify the remaining number, 3 as a prime number.

3÷3=1

6. Collect all the prime factors used in the divisions.

2×2×2×2×3

7. Write the result using exponents.

2×3

Final Answer

48=2×3

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