7th Grade · The Number System

Factor

7.EE.A.1

Definition

A number that divides evenly into another number. In multiplication, the numbers being multiplied are the factors, and the result is the product.

Teach it

Where it is taught, with guided notes, practice, homework, an exit ticket and an interactive Teacher Deck.

Examples

  • In 6 × 4 = 24, the factors are 6 and 4.
  • Factor pairs of 24: 1 × 24, 2 × 12, 3 × 8, 4 × 6.

Key rule

A factor divides into a number evenly with no remainder.

Memory hook

Factors multiply to the product.