factorization

/ˌfæktərɪˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of writing a number or expression as a product of its factors.
    • The math test covered polynomial factorization.
    • The factorization of 42 is 2 × 3 × 7.
    • Prime factorization is used in cryptography to keep data secure.
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