Factors of 56
56 has 8 factors.
All factors of 56
1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 14, 28, 56
Prime factorization: 2³ × 7
Number of factors
8
Sum of factors
120
Prime?
No
Factor pairs of 56
Each pair multiplies together to make 56:
| Pair | Product |
|---|---|
| 1 × 56 | 56 |
| 2 × 28 | 56 |
| 4 × 14 | 56 |
| 7 × 8 | 56 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the factors of 56?+
The factors of 56 are 1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 14, 28, 56 — that is 8 factors in total.
What is the prime factorization of 56?+
The prime factorization of 56 is 2³ × 7.
Is 56 a prime number?+
No. 56 has 8 factors, more than just 1 and itself, so it is a composite number.