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A Factor is a number that fits exactly into another number — no leftovers, no decimals. It’s like a perfect puzzle piece.
For Example:
Factors of 12 are:
1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12
Because all of those numbers can be multiplied in pairs to make 12:
2 × 6 = 12
3 × 4 = 12
If a number has many factors, it’s easier to work with in multiplication and division.
Every number has 1 and itself as a factor. But some have more!
Factors of 10: 1, 2, 5, 10
Factors of 7: 1, 7 (only two → it’s prime!)
“Factor Find” Scavenger Hunt
1️⃣ Pick a number like 24.
2️⃣ Search your room or kitchen for objects in groups of numbers that divide into 24.
⦿ 6 cupcakes? ✔️
⦿ 8 books? ✔️
3️⃣ Write down all the factors you can show with real things!
It’s a great way to turn math into a hands-on adventure!
Understanding factors helps with multiplication, division, and especially fractions. Once you know a number’s factors, you can solve math problems faster — like a number detective!
Try our Addition Quiz and see how fast you can solve them all! 🎯