Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8
ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 1 - Introduction to Algebraic Expressions - 1.3 Fraction Notation - 1.3 Exercise Set - Page 26: 15

Answer

Prime

Work Step by Step

A prime number is a number that has only 2 factors: 1 and itself. A composite number is a number that has more than 2 factors. The factors of 2 are 1 and 2. Therefore, 2 is prime.
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