Question

Write the prime factorization of 500 using exponents

Answer 1

Answer :Ex.: 2, 3, 4, 11, 10225, etc

Step-by-step explanation:

The number 500 is a composite number so, it is possible to factorize it. In other words, 500 can be divided by 1, by itself and at least by 2 and 5. A composite number is a positive integer that has at least one positive divisor other than one or the number itself. In other words, a composite number is any integer greater than one that is not a prime number.

The prime factorization of 500 = 22•53.

The prime factors of 500 are 2 and 5.

Factor tree or prime decomposition for 500

As 500 is a composite number, we can draw its factor tree: