Is 53 prime or composite?

Understand the Problem

The question is asking whether the number 53 is classified as a prime number, which is a number greater than 1 with no positive divisors other than 1 and itself, or a composite number, which has more than two positive divisors.

More Information

A prime number is a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself. The number 53 does not have any divisors other than 1 and 53, making it a prime number.

Tips

A common mistake is assuming a number is composite without checking all smaller prime numbers as potential factors.

Sources

• Prime Number Definition - Math is Fun - mathsisfun.com