Q: What is the total or count of factors of the number 179,956,584?

 A: 48

How do I find the total factors of the number 179,956,584?

Step 1

Find the prime factorization of the number 179,956,584.

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

Factor Tree
179,956,584
Factor Arrows
289,978,292
Factor Arrows
244,989,146
Factor Arrows
222,494,573
Factor Arrows
37,498,191
Factor Arrows
32,499,397
Factor Arrows
8812,837

The prime factorization in exponential form is: 23 x 32 x 8811 x 2,8371

Step 2

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

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

179,956,584 = 23 x 32 x 8811 x 2,8371
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d(n) = (a + 1)(b + 1)(c + 1)(d + 1)
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d(179956584) = (3 + 1)(2 + 1)(1 + 1)(1 + 1)
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d(179956584) = (4)(3)(2)(2)
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d(179956584) = 48

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