What is the prime factorization of 8?

The prime factorization of 8 is 2 x 2 x 2, which can also be written as 2³.

Here's how to find it:

• Divide 8 by the smallest prime number, 2: 8 / 2 = 4
• Divide 4 by the smallest prime number, 2: 4 / 2 = 2
• 2 is itself a prime number.

Therefore, the prime factors of 8 are 2, 2, and 2.