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  • Manpreet

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    Prime numbers –

    Any number that is divisible by 1 and itself, i.e., it cannot be divided using any number other than 1 and itself is known as a prime number.

    for example- 17, 23, 29 etc.

    Natural Numbers-

    All the positive integers, for example – 1, 2, 3….infinity, excluding zero are known as natural numbers.

    Composite numbers –

    A composite number is a number that has at least one divisor other than 1 and itself. It is formed by multiplying two positive integers. For example – 2*3=6, where 6 is a composite number.

    2*4=8, where 8 is a composite number.

    Whole Numbers –

    Any positive number, including zero, comes under the category of whole numbers.

    for example – 0, 1, 2 , 3………infinity

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