Find the prime factorization of the integers 1234, 10140, and 36000?

In summary, prime factorization is the process of breaking down a composite number into its prime factors. To find the prime factorization of a number, you can use a factor tree or repeatedly divide the number by its smallest prime factor. The prime factors can then be multiplied together to get the original number. For example, the prime factorization of 1234 is 2 x 617. In mathematics and science, prime factorization is useful for simplifying and manipulating large numbers, as well as solving complex problems in fields such as cryptography and number theory.
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Find the prime factorization of the integers ## 1234, 10140 ##, and ## 36000 ##.
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## 1234=2\cdot 617 ##
## 10140=2\cdot 2\cdot 3\cdot 5\cdot 13\cdot 13 ##
## 36000=2\cdot 2\cdot 2\cdot 2\cdot 2\cdot 3\cdot 3\cdot 5\cdot 5\cdot 5\cdot ##

Are the answers above correct? Or do I need to put them in canonical form as below?

## 1234=2\cdot 617 ##
## 10140=2^{2}\cdot 3\cdot 5\cdot 13^{2} ##
## 36000=2^{5}\cdot 3^{2}\cdot 5^{3} ##
 
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1. What is the definition of prime factorization?

Prime factorization is the process of breaking down a number into its prime factors, which are the numbers that can only be divided by 1 and themselves. This is an important concept in mathematics and is often used in solving problems related to fractions, simplifying expressions, and finding common multiples.

2. How do you find the prime factorization of a number?

To find the prime factorization of a number, you can use a factor tree or the method of repeated division. In a factor tree, you start by dividing the number by its smallest prime factor and continue dividing the resulting factors until all the factors are prime numbers. In repeated division, you divide the number by its smallest prime factor and continue dividing the resulting quotient by its smallest prime factor until the quotient is 1.

3. What are the prime factors of 1234?

The prime factors of 1234 are 2, 617. This can be found by using a factor tree or repeated division method.

4. How many prime factors does 10140 have?

10140 has 4 prime factors: 2, 3, 5, and 337. This can be found by using a factor tree or repeated division method.

5. Can you find the prime factorization of 36000 without using a calculator?

Yes, the prime factorization of 36000 is 2^5 x 3^2 x 5^3. This can be found by using a factor tree or repeated division method, but it may take longer without using a calculator.

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