Factors of 47
There are 2 factors of 47 — the full list is below, with factor pairs, prime factorization, and divisibility notes.
Factors of 47
1, 47
Factor pairs of 47
- 1 × 47
Prime factorization of 47
47 = 47
Number facts
- 47 is a prime number.
- 47 has 2 factors.
- 47 is not a perfect square.
- The sum of all factors of 47 is 48.
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How the factors of 47 are calculated
To find the factors of 47, every whole number from 1 up to the square root of 47(about 6.86) is tested for even division. 47 is odd, and it turns out to be prime — no whole number other than 1 and 47 itself divides it evenly. Written as a product of primes, 47 = 47.
Frequently asked questions about 47
How many factors does 47 have?
47 has 2 factors: 1, 47.
Is 47 a prime number?
Yes. 47 is prime because its only factors are 1 and 47 itself.
What are the factor pairs of 47?
The factor pairs of 47 are 1 × 47.
What is the prime factorization of 47?
The prime factorization of 47 is 47.