Question

Find the hcf of the following using the prime factorization method 28 and 24

Answer 1

Prime factors of 24 are 2, 3. Prime factorization of 24 in exponential form is:

24 = 2^3 × 3^1

Prime factors of 28 are 2, 7. Prime factorization of 28 in exponential form is:

28 = 22 × 71

Factors of 24

List of positive integer factors of 24 that divides 24 without a remainder.

1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12

Factors of 28

List of positive integer factors of 28 that divides 24 without a remainder.

1, 2, 4, 7, 14

Answer 2

Step-by-step explanation:

product of common prime factors=2*2=4