Question

36= 2² x 3² how do i get the number to my prime factor

Answer 1

3

Explanation:

36

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18 2

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9 2

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3 3

Answer 2

add up the exponents on each prime number

Explanation:

2^2= 2x2

3^2=3x3

so 36=2^2x3^2=2x2x3x3