Question

write the prime factorization of 66. order the factors from least to greatest (for example, 2 × 2 × 3 × 5).

Explanation:

Step1: Start with the smallest prime

Divide 66 by 2 (the smallest prime). $66 \div 2 = 33$

Step2: Factor the quotient

Now factor 33. Divide by 3 (next prime). $33 \div 3 = 11$

Step3: Check the last factor

11 is a prime number, so we stop.

Answer:

$2 \times 3 \times 11$