Question

Which of the following expressions correctly uses exponents to show the prime factorization of 360

Answer 1

360
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36 10
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6 6 5 2
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3 2 3 2
5*3^2*2^3

Answer 2

The prime factorization of 360:

360 = 2·2·2·3·3·5 = 2³ · 3² · 5