Scholastic
Study Jams! Prime Factorization
Deepen the number sense of young mathematicians by exploring the process of prime factorization. Follow along with this step-by-step presentation that explains how factor trees are used to break a composite number down into its prime...
Curated OER
Factor Pairs
This presentation covers a lot of ground. Square numbers, metal math computations, commutative property, ordering positive and negative integers, factoring, and real world problem solving are all covered. Use over the course of several...
Curated OER
Chapter 2 Review: Prime Factorization
In this prime factorization worksheet, learners find the prime factorization of numbers by using a factor tree. They compare fractions and identify equivalent fractions, and find the greatest common factor, order numbers, and convert...
Curated OER
Factors, Primes, Squares
Teach the joys of factoring and introduce prime and square numbers. Upper elementary learners are introduced to these concepts through complete definitions, examples, and practice problems. A variety of strategies, such as factor trees...
Curated OER
Using a Factor Tree to Find the GCF
Learners use the example of a factor tree to find the greatest common factor of three numbers in four problems.
Curated OER
Prime Factorization Worksheet
Here's a prime factorization practice worksheet in which learners sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve six story problems.
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Factoring
Show how to factor four different numbers using a factor tree. This short slide show defines factoring and then shows how each number 28, 32, 33, and 30 can all be factored.
Curated OER
Prime Factorization - Practice 7-2
Finding the prime factors of two numbers is the focus of this math learning exercise. Students write the factors to complete 2 factor trees, write the prime factorization for 9 numbers and answer 2 word problems.
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Factors and Factorization
In this factors worksheet, students list all factors of given numbers. All numbers are positive and contain two to three digits. This four-page worksheet contains 28 problems. Answers are provided.
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Factor Tree Worksheet
In this prime factorization worksheet, students use the factor tree method to solve four factorization problems. The numbers go up to the hundreds place.
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Primes and Prime Factors
In this primes and prime factors worksheet, 8th graders solve 21 different problems to include identifying each number as prime, composite, or neither prime nor composite and listing all the primes less than 200. Then they complete each...
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Prime Factorization, Equivalent Fractions and GCF review
In this sample test worksheet, students solve twenty-five problems covering prime factorization, equivalent fractions, greatest common factor, and plotting on a number line. Solutions are provided.
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Factoring Puzzle
In this factoring puzzle, students factor given equations with one and two variables, exponents, and parenthesis. This one-page worksheet contains 19 matching problems.
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Make a Factor Tree
For this factoring worksheet, students solve 9 problems in which a two or three digit number is factored using a factor tree. Each number is in its own box. There are no examples.
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Mathematics: Prime and Composite Numbers
Sixth graders explore how to apply the commutative property and the rules of divisibility. They examine the difference between prime and composite numbers.
Curated OER
Super Factors
Students complete activity pages. In this factors lesson, students practice finding the factors of numbers. They discuss prime factors and prime factorization and learn how to complete a factor tree.
McGraw Hill
Glencoe: Self Check Quizzes 2 Prime Factorization
Use Glencoe's Math Course 2 randomly generated self-checking quiz to test your knowledge of prime factorization. Each question has a "Hint" link to help. Choose the correct answer for each problem. At the bottom of the page click the...
Amby Duncan-Carr
Prime Factorization: Amby's Resources
What is prime factorization? This site goes through a step-by step process explaining different ways to find the prime factorization.
Elias Saab
Math Drills: Prime Factorization Quiz
This site is an interactive quiz which provides students with a prime factorization problem. Students input their solution and have the program evaluate it. Hints are available if the student needs them, and explanations are provided...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Study Jams! Math: Multiplication & Division: Prime Factorization
This site provides great practice on the concept of prime factorization. Students can first learn about the topic by watching a step by step instruction video that also points out areas of concern. Finally, students can practice their...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Prime Factorization
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Write the prime factorization of given numbers.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Arithmetic: Greatest Common Factor Using Factor Trees
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find the greatest common factor of a given numbers using factor trees.
University of Waterloo (Canada)
Wired Math: Primes and Prime Factors [Pdf]
Explore primes, prime factors, and composites using this collection of worksheets. Lots of detailed examples, interesting math facts, and colorful visuals. Acrobat Reader required.
Cool Math
Coolmath: Pre Algebra: Prime Factorizations
In this tutorial, students learn how to do prime factorization by a few different methods, including factor trees and factor stacks. The exercises work their way up from 2-digit numbers up to 5 digits. Includes practice problems.