Here are some other possible questions that may be discussed before going on to the lab:
1. Is 8! divisible
(a) by 12? |
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(b) by 122? |
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(c) by 123? |
2. Find the prime factorization of 12! and write it in standard form.
(a) How many zeros will be at the end of the numeral form of 12!? |
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(b) What is the largest value that is a power of 2 that is a factor of 12!? |
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(c) What is the largest value that is a power of 6 that is a factor of 12!? |
Seven is an odd number. How can it be made even?