01 If (k=2^3\times3^2\times5^2\times7), how many factors of (k) are divisible by (15)?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. (32)
Explanation: Step 1: Since (15=3\times5), the factor must contain both (3) and (5). Step 2: Power choices are (2:4) choices, (3:2) choices, (5:2) choices, and (7:2) choices. Total (=4\times2\times2\times2=32). Step 3: Start restricted prime powers from the minimum required value.