Question

what is the prime factorization of 73?
enter your answer as a product of prime numbers, like \\(2 \times 3\\), or as a single prime number, like 17.

Explanation:

Identify the target number

Using the Prime Factorization knowledge point

$$ N = 73 $$

Test divisibility by prime numbers

Using the Prime Numbers knowledge point

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Determine prime status

Using the Prime Numbers knowledge point

$$ \text{Since } 73 \text{ has no prime factors } \le \sqrt{73}, \text{ it is prime.} $$

Write the final factorization

Using the Prime Factorization knowledge point

$$ \text{Prime factorization of } 73 = 73 $$

Answer:

What is the prime factorization of 73?
Enter your answer as a product of prime numbers, like \(2 \times 3\), or as a single prime number, like 17.

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