Q: What is the total or count of factors of the number 278,825,768?

 A: 16

How do I find the total factors of the number 278,825,768?

Step 1

Find the prime factorization of the number 278,825,768.

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

Factor Tree
278,825,768
Factor Arrows
2139,412,884
Factor Arrows
269,706,442
Factor Arrows
234,853,221
Factor Arrows
132,681,017

The prime factorization in exponential form is: 23 x 131 x 2,681,0171

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.

278,825,768 = 23 x 131 x 2,681,0171
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d(n) = (a + 1)(b + 1)(c + 1)
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d(278825768) = (3 + 1)(1 + 1)(1 + 1)
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d(278825768) = (4)(2)(2)
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d(278825768) = 16

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