Factors of 17
The factors of 17 are 1, 17. It has 2 factors.
Factors of 17
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How to work it out
- 1
A factor of 17 is a whole number that divides it with nothing left over. You only need to test the numbers up to √17 ≈ 4.12; every one that divides gives a pair.
- 2
The factor pairs are listed in the table below. Together they give 2 factors.
- 3
17 has no factors besides 1 and itself, so it is a prime number.
- 4
Add all the factors: 1 + 17 = 18. Without 17 itself that is 1, so 17 is a deficient number.
LaTeX source of the formulas on this page
\[ 17 = 17 \]
Factor pairs of 17
| Factor | Pairs with | Product |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17 | 1 × 17 = 17 |
Questions
What are the factors of 17?
The factors of 17 are 1, 17. It has 2 factors.
What are the prime factors of 17?
17. As a product: 17.
How many factors does 17 have?
17 has 2 factors (1 factor pair).
What is the sum of the factors of 17?
18.
Is 17 a prime number?
Yes. Its only factors are 1 and 17.