Factors of 3
3 has 2 factors — it is a prime number.
All factors of 3
1, 3
Prime factorization: 3 (prime)
Number of factors
2
Sum of factors
4
Prime?
Yes
Factor pairs of 3
Each pair multiplies together to make 3:
| Pair | Product |
|---|---|
| 1 × 3 | 3 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the factors of 3?+
The factors of 3 are 1, 3 — that is 2 factors in total.
What is the prime factorization of 3?+
3 is a prime number, so its only factors are 1 and 3 and its prime factorization is just 3.
Is 3 a prime number?+
Yes. 3 has exactly two factors, 1 and itself, so it is prime.