What is the prime factorization of 136?

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Answer to the Factorization of 136

The factorization of 136 is equal to 2 × 2 x 2 × 17. We find these factors by successively dividing 136 by the prime numbers until we obtain the prime factors.

Factor Tree of 136

The prime factor tree of 136 is an illustration that shows how the number 136 is decomposed into its fundamental prime factors, as 2, 3 and 5. This visual representation helps you understand the underlying structure of the number and how it is formed from smaller prime numbers.

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Steps to Factor the Number 136

1. Division by Smaller Prime Numbers:

Start by dividing the number 136 by the smallest prime numbers, starting with the smallest prime, which is 2.

136 ÷ 2 = 68

2. Continuação das Divisões:

Agora, continue dividindo o resultado da etapa anterior por números primos menores, até que não seja mais possível fazer divisões inteiras.

68 ÷ 2 = 34

34 ÷ 2 = 17

3. Obtenção dos Fatores Primos:

Now, the numbers by which you divided 136 and got integer results are the prime factors of 136. In this case, we have 2 and 17.

4. Expressão da Fatoração:

Write the factorization of the number 136 using its prime factors. The full factorization of 136 is:

136 = 2 × 2 x 2 × 17

These steps show how the number 136 can be factored into its prime components, which is helpful in understanding its structure and mathematical properties.

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