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0580/13 May/Jun 2023, Question 10: Prime Numbers

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 13 (Core) · Calculator · 1 mark

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Decide whether Olga is right that 87 is prime and justify the decision with a reason.

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Solution · 1 mark

  1. 187 = 3 × 29
  2. 2No, because 87 divides by 3

AnswerNo, 87 divides by 3

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