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9. Find the greatest common factor (GCF) of 36 and 48.Group of answer choices12181614

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9. Find the greatest common factor (GCF) of 36 and 48.

Group of answer choices

  • 12
  • 18
  • 16
  • 14
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Solution

To find the greatest common factor (GCF) of 36 and 48, follow these steps:

  1. List the prime factors of each number.

    • The prime factors of 36 are 2, 2, 3, and 3.
    • The prime factors of 48 are 2, 2, 2, 2, and 3.

  2. Identify the common factors.

    • The common factors are 2, 2, and 3.

  3. Multiply the common factors.

    • 2 * 2 * 3 = 12.

So, the greatest common factor (GCF) of 36 and 48 is 12.

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