What is the prime factorization of 22?

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Answer to the Factorization of 22

The factorization of 22 is equal to 2 × 11. We find these factors by successively dividing 22 by the prime numbers until we obtain the prime factors.

Factor Tree of 22

The prime factor tree of 22 is an illustration that shows how the number 22 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.

Look at the following tree:

22
2 11

Steps to Factor the Number 22

1. Division by Smaller Prime Numbers:

Start by dividing the number 22 by the smallest prime numbers, starting with the smallest prime, which is 2.

22 ÷ 2 = 11

2. Obtaining Prime Factors:

Now, the numbers by which you divided 22 and got integer results are the prime factors of 22. In this case, we have apenas o próprio número 22 and o número primo 11.

3. Factorization Expression:

Write the factorization of the number 22 using its prime factors. The full factorization of 22 is:

22 = 2 × 11

These steps show how the number 22 can be factored into its prime components, which is helpful in understanding its structure and mathematical properties.


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