Question

write the prime factorization of 16. use exponents when appropriate and order the factors from least to greatest (for example, 2^2: 3: 5). image of a box and two blue rectangles submit button

Explanation:

Step1: Find smallest prime factor

14 ÷ 2 = 7

Step2: Factor remaining prime number

7 is a prime number, so 7 = 7^1

Answer:

$2 \cdot 7$