Find the Prime Factorization 84
Problem
Solution
Identify the smallest prime number that divides the given number. Since 84 is even, it is divisible by 2.
Divide the resulting quotient by the smallest prime number possible. Since 42 is even, divide by 2 again.
Find the next prime factor for the new quotient. Since 21 is odd, try the next prime number, 3.
Recognize that the remaining quotient, 7, is a prime number. The process is complete.
Write the prime factorization by multiplying all the prime divisors found.
Final Answer
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