Question

the prime factorization of 24 is 2 x 2 x 2 x 3 (which yes i am aware of the exponent way) but in the process, how do you get the 6 x 4? why can't i use 8 x 3, 12 x 2 etc.?

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

4 is a not a prime number

Answer 2

as u can see here u have written 2 x 2 x 2 x 3... so I know that u know tables well...

2 x 2 gives 4 where 2 x 3 = 6

6 x 4 gives 24.

in this case

u have prime factorization method..

and u have get 2,2,2 and 3... so only went have to multiply this...

if you want to try in this way.. like

8 x 3. and 12 x 2 this both also gives 24..

so there is no complications..

u can multiply in your own way...