For a number 120 : a) Write its prime factorization. b) Is this number abundant, deficient or perfect ?
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We can do this by dividing the number by the smallest prime number (2) and continue dividing the quotient by the smallest possible prime numbers until we reach 1. 120 ÷ 2 = 60 60 ÷ 2 = 30 30 ÷ 2 = 15 15 ÷ 3 = 5 So, the prime factorization of 120 is 2^3 × 3 × 5. Show more…
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