2. find the gcf of 40 and 24
2. find the gcf of 40 and 24
Answer
Explanation:
Step1: Prime factorize the numbers
Prime factorize (40): (40 = 2\times2\times2\times5) Prime factorize (24): (24=2\times2\times2\times3)
Step2: Identify common prime factors
The common prime factors of (40) and (24) are three (2)s.
Step3: Calculate the GCF
Multiply the common prime factors: (2\times2\times2 = 8)
Answer:
(8)