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simplify 19

Understand the Problem

The question is asking to simplify the number 19. Since 19 is a prime number, it cannot be simplified further. The answer remains the same.

Answer

19
Answer for screen readers

19

Steps to Solve

  1. Identify the prime nature of 19

Since 19 is a prime number, it means it cannot be factored into smaller integer values other than 1 and itself.

  1. Confirm the definition of prime numbers

To recall, a prime number is defined as a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself.

  1. State the conclusion

Since 19 has no factors other than 1 and 19, it cannot be simplified further.

19

More Information

19 is the eighth prime number and is the only prime number that is one more than a multiple of 6 ($19 = 6 \times 3 + 1$).

Tips

  • Misidentifying 19 as a composite number. Remember, composite numbers have more than two factors.
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