Is 59 a prime number?

Is 59 a prime or composite number?

Answer: Number 59 is a Prime
59 - is a Prime Number because it has only 2 factors: 1 and 59 (itself)
Number should have exactly two factors to be classified as a Prime number
Since number 59 has exactly 2 factors - it is a Prime number

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About "Is number a Prime" Calculator

This calculator will help you find out if a given number is Prime. For example, it can help you find out is 59 a prime or composite number? (The answer is: Yes). Enter number (e.g. '59') and hit the 'Calculate' button.
Prime numbers are the positive integers having only two factors - 1 and the number itself

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FAQ

Is 59 a prime or composite number?

Number 59 is a Prime

How many factors are in a number 59?

2