Q: What is the total or count of factors of the number 587,922?

 A: 8

How do I find the total factors of the number 587,922?

Step 1

Find the prime factorization of the number 587,922.

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

Factor Tree
587,922
Factor Arrows
2293,961
Factor Arrows
397,987

The prime factorization in exponential form is: 21 x 31 x 97,9871

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.

587,922 = 21 x 31 x 97,9871
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d(n) = (a + 1)(b + 1)(c + 1)
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d(587922) = (1 + 1)(1 + 1)(1 + 1)
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d(587922) = (2)(2)(2)
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d(587922) = 8

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