Math Problem Statement
Sort the number 16 as Prime, Composite, or Neither.
Solution
From the screenshot, the question asks to categorize the number "16" as Prime, Composite, or Neither.
Analysis:
- Prime Number: A number greater than 1 with exactly two distinct factors: 1 and itself.
- Composite Number: A number greater than 1 that has more than two distinct factors.
- Neither: Numbers like 0, 1, or negative numbers which do not fall into the above categories.
Conclusion:
The number 16 is a composite number because it has multiple factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, and 16.
Would you like further details or explanation? Here are five related questions for expansion:
- How do we determine the factors of a number?
- What are some examples of prime numbers?
- Why are 0 and 1 considered "neither" prime nor composite?
- How do prime and composite numbers relate to real-world applications?
- Can you explain the concept of prime factorization for composite numbers?
Tip: To determine if a number is composite, check if it can be divided evenly by numbers other than 1 and itself.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Number Theory
Prime Numbers
Composite Numbers
Formulas
Definition of Prime Numbers: Numbers with exactly two factors (1 and itself).
Definition of Composite Numbers: Numbers with more than two factors.
Theorems
Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 4-6