What Are Factors?

What Are Factors? These factor into many other aspects of math, so get ready to learn an important skill Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways Factors divide a number evenly – When dividing a number (dividend) by another number (divisor), you can get whole numbers or numbers with reminders. The divisor that gets […]

What is Prime Factorization?

What is Prime Factorization? Did you know we have the power to change the way numbers are represented by using the prime factorization method?  Learn the prime factorization definition and how we use it in math. Author Amber Watkins Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Prime factorization is one of the most fundamental ideas in […]

What is a Multiple in Math?

What is a Multiple in Math? Understanding multiples can help your student find patterns, solve equations, and strengthen their multiplication and division skills. Author Katie Wickliff Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • Multiples are the numbers you get when you multiply other numbers together. • Many numbers have an unlimited number of multiples, but some […]

What Is the Least Common Multiple?

What Is the Least Common Multiple? Read on to understand how to find the least common multiple in easy-to-understand terms. Author Jill Padfield Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways It’s all in the name – The least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers is the smallest multiple you can find for both numbers. You’ve got options […]

What is the Greatest Common Factor?

What is the Greatest Common Factor? The steps to finding the Greatest Common Factor are hidden in its name. Can you guess what they are? Let’s find out together! Author Amber Watkins Published: Oct 2024 Key takeaways • One of the most important reasons to learn how to find the greatest common factors in math […]