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
- 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.
- 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.
- 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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