Factors of 12
12 has 6 factors.
All factors of 12
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12
Prime factorization: 2² × 3
Number of factors
6
Sum of factors
28
Prime?
No
Factor pairs of 12
Each pair multiplies together to make 12:
| Pair | Product |
|---|---|
| 1 × 12 | 12 |
| 2 × 6 | 12 |
| 3 × 4 | 12 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the factors of 12?+
The factors of 12 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12 — that is 6 factors in total.
What is the prime factorization of 12?+
The prime factorization of 12 is 2² × 3.
Is 12 a prime number?+
No. 12 has 6 factors, more than just 1 and itself, so it is a composite number.