Q: What is the total or count of factors of the number 12,008?

 A: 16

How do I find the total factors of the number 12,008?

Step 1

Find the prime factorization of the number 12,008.

Use a factor tree to assist with solving. Take a look at our prime factorization page for additional help.

Factor Tree
12,008
Factor Arrows
26,004
Factor Arrows
23,002
Factor Arrows
21,501
Factor Arrows
1979

The prime factorization in exponential form is: 23 x 191 x 791

Step 2

Setup the equation for determining the number of factors or divisors. The equation is:

d(n) = (a + 1)(b + 1)(c + 1)

Where d(n) is equal to the number of divisors of the number and a, b, etc. are equal to the exponents of the prime factorization.

Now substitute the letters in the equation with the the exponents of your prime factorization and then solve to calculate the total number of divisors.

12,008 = 23 x 191 x 791
Down Arrow
d(n) = (a + 1)(b + 1)(c + 1)
Down Arrow
d(12008) = (3 + 1)(1 + 1)(1 + 1)
Down Arrow
d(12008) = (4)(2)(2)
Down Arrow
d(12008) = 16

More numbers for you to try

Take a look at the factors page to see the factors of 12,008 and how to find them.

Try the factor calculator.

Explore more about the number 12,008:


Ask a Question