Factors of 17
There are 2 factors of 17 — the full list is below, with factor pairs, prime factorization, and divisibility notes.
Factors of 17
1, 17
Factor pairs of 17
- 1 × 17
Prime factorization of 17
17 = 17
Number facts
- 17 is a prime number.
- 17 has 2 factors.
- 17 is not a perfect square.
- The sum of all factors of 17 is 18.
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How the factors of 17 are calculated
To find the factors of 17, every whole number from 1 up to the square root of 17(about 4.12) is tested for even division. 17 is odd, and it turns out to be prime — no whole number other than 1 and 17 itself divides it evenly. Written as a product of primes, 17 = 17.
Frequently asked questions about 17
How many factors does 17 have?
17 has 2 factors: 1, 17.
Is 17 a prime number?
Yes. 17 is prime because its only factors are 1 and 17 itself.
What are the factor pairs of 17?
The factor pairs of 17 are 1 × 17.
What is the prime factorization of 17?
The prime factorization of 17 is 17.