Math Problem Statement
Solution
To express 675 as a product of its prime factors in index form, we begin by performing a prime factorization.
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Divide 675 by 3 (the smallest prime factor):
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Now, divide 225 by 3 again:
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Then, divide 75 by 3 again:
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Next, divide 25 by 5 (the next prime factor):
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Finally, divide 5 by 5:
So, the prime factorization of 675 is:
Therefore, the prime factorization of 675 in index form is .
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Tip: Remember that when dividing by a prime factor, you continue dividing the result by the same prime as long as it divides evenly, before moving to the next prime.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Prime Factorization
Indices
Formulas
Prime factorization technique
Exponentiation
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8