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Factors of 1301
Factors are the numbers that divide any given number evenly without remainder. In daily life, we use factors for tasks like sharing items equally, arranging things, etc. In this topic, we will learn about the factors of 1301, how they are used in real life, and tips to learn them quickly.
What are the Factors of 1301?
The numbers that divide 1301 evenly are known as factors of 1301.
A factor of 1301 is a number that divides the number without remainder.
The factors of 1301 are 1 and 1301, as 1301 is a prime number.
Negative factors of 1301: -1 and -1301.
Prime factors of 1301: 1301.
Prime factorization of 1301: 1301.
The sum of factors of 1301: 1 + 1301 = 1302
How to Find Factors of 1301?
Factors can be found using different methods. Mentioned below are some commonly used methods:
- Finding factors using multiplication
- Finding factors using division method
- Prime factors and Prime factorization
Finding Factors Using Multiplication
To find factors using multiplication, we need to identify the pairs of numbers that are multiplied to give 1301. Since 1301 is a prime number, the only multiplication that results in 1301 is:
Step 1: Multiply 1301 by 1, 1301 × 1 = 1301.
Therefore, the factor pairs of 1301 are: (1, 1301).
Finding Factors Using Division Method
Dividing the given number with whole numbers until the remainder becomes zero, and listing out the numbers which result as whole numbers as factors. Factors can be calculated by following a simple division method -
Step 1: Divide 1301 by 1, 1301 ÷ 1 = 1301.
1301 ÷ 1 = 1301
1301 ÷ 1301 = 1
Therefore, the factors of 1301 are: 1 and 1301.
Prime Factors and Prime Factorization
The factors can be found by dividing with prime numbers. We can find the prime factors using the following methods:
- Using prime factorization
- Using factor tree
Using Prime Factorization: In this process, the number 1301 is checked for divisibility by prime numbers.
Since 1301 is a prime number itself, it cannot be further divided by any prime number other than itself.
The prime factorization of 1301 is: 1301.
Factor Tree
The factor tree is the graphical representation of breaking down any number into prime factors. For a prime number like 1301, the factor tree is simple:
Step 1: Since 1301 is a prime number, it is represented as itself on the factor tree. So, the prime factorization of 1301 is: 1301.
Factor Pairs Two numbers that are multiplied to give a specific number are called factor pairs.
Both positive and negative factors constitute factor pairs.
Positive factor pairs of 1301: (1, 1301).
Negative factor pairs of 1301: (-1, -1301).
Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Factors of 1301
Mistakes are common while finding factors. We can identify and correct those mistakes using the following common mistakes and the ways to avoid them.
Mistake 1
Forgetting the number itself and 1 is a factor
Children might forget to add the given number itself and 1 as a factor. The number itself and 1 are factors for every number. Always remember to include 1 and the number itself.
For example, in factors of 1301, 1 and 1301 are also factors.
Factors of 1301 Examples
Problem 1
A library has 1301 books and 1 shelf. How many books will each shelf hold?
Each shelf will hold 1301 books.
Explanation
To find the number of books per shelf, divide the total books by the number of shelves.
1301/1 = 1301
Problem 2
A team has 1301 members and wants to form groups of 1301 members. How many groups can be formed?
1 group can be formed.
Explanation
To find the number of groups, divide the total members by the group size.
1301/1301 = 1
Problem 3
A company has 1301 files and wants to distribute them evenly among 1 cabinet. How many files will each cabinet hold?
Each cabinet will hold 1301 files.
Explanation
To distribute the files equally, divide the total files by the number of cabinets.
1301/1 = 1301
Problem 4
There are 1301 students in a school, and they want to form a single large group. How many students will be in the group?
There will be 1301 students in the group.
Explanation
All students are in a single group, which equals the total number of students.
1301/1 = 1301
Problem 5
An event has 1301 participants, and each participant represents 1 group. How many groups are there?
There are 1301 groups.
Explanation
Each participant forms a separate group.
1301/1 = 1301
FAQs on Factors of 1301
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Important Glossaries for Factor of 1301
- Factors: The numbers that divide the given number without leaving a remainder are called factors. For example, the factors of 1301 are 1 and 1301.
- Prime factors: The factors which are prime numbers. For example, 1301 is a prime factor of itself.
- Factor pairs: Two numbers in a pair that are multiplied to give the original number are called factor pairs. For example, the factor pair of 1301 is (1, 1301).
- Prime number: A number greater than 1 with no divisors other than 1 and itself. For example, 1301 is a prime number.
- Composite number: A number with more than two factors. For example, 1301 is not a composite number.
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