Question

The following is the prime factorization of which composite number? 2² * 3² * 5.

a. 20
b. 60
c. 120
d. 180

Answer 1

By calculating the product of the given prime factors, we find that the composite number represented by the prime factorization 2² * 3² * 5 is 180.

Step-by-step explanation:

The question requires determining the composite number represented by the prime factorization 2² * 3² * 5. To find the composite number, we multiply the prime factors together with their respective exponents. In this case, we multiply (2*2) * (3*3) * 5, which simplifies to 4 * 9 * 5. Performing the multiplication, we get 36 * 5, which equals 180. Therefore, the correct answer is option d: 180.