Question

How many different rectangular arrays can be drawn to represent the number 48?

A)7
B)2
C)3
D)5

Answer 1

To represent the number 48 as different rectangular arrays, we consider its factors and form rectangular arrays using those factors. There are 5 different rectangular arrays that can be drawn to represent the number 48.

Step-by-step explanation:

To represent the number 48 as different rectangular arrays, we need to consider the factors of 48. The factors of 48 are 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, 24, and 48. We can form rectangular arrays using these factors.

For example:

• 1 x 48
• 2 x 24
• 3 x 16
• 4 x 12
• 6 x 8

So, there are 5 different rectangular arrays that can be drawn to represent the number 48. Therefore, answer choice D) 5 is correct.