Factors of 47
The factors of 47 are 1, 47. It has 2 factors.
Factors of 47
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How to work it out
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A factor of 47 is a whole number that divides it with nothing left over. You only need to test the numbers up to √47 ≈ 6.86; every one that divides gives a pair.
- 2
The factor pairs are listed in the table below. Together they give 2 factors.
- 3
47 has no factors besides 1 and itself, so it is a prime number.
- 4
Add all the factors: 1 + 47 = 48. Without 47 itself that is 1, so 47 is a deficient number.
LaTeX source of the formulas on this page
\[ 47 = 47 \]
Factor pairs of 47
| Factor | Pairs with | Product |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 | 1 × 47 = 47 |
Questions
What are the factors of 47?
The factors of 47 are 1, 47. It has 2 factors.
What are the prime factors of 47?
47. As a product: 47.
How many factors does 47 have?
47 has 2 factors (1 factor pair).
What is the sum of the factors of 47?
48.
Is 47 a prime number?
Yes. Its only factors are 1 and 47.