Prime Factorisation
Classify numbers as prime, composite or neither using divisibility and factor checks
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Classify numbers as prime, composite or neither using divisibility and factor checks
Write a natural number uniquely as a product of prime factors
Explain existence and uniqueness of prime factorisation with examples
Compare and reason about numbers using their prime factor forms
Calculate highest common factor from common prime powers
Calculate least common multiple from maximum prime powers
Use HCF × LCM = product of two numbers and check when it applies
Model grouping, sharing and arrangement situations using HCF
Model repetition, timing and synchronization situations using LCM
Follow the contradiction structure used in irrationality proofs
Write a complete algebraic proof that √2 is irrational
Adapt the irrationality proof method to √3 and √5
Use closure and contradiction to prove expressions involving surds are irrational
Detect invalid assumptions and incomplete contradiction steps
Use prime factors to explain packaging, tiling and repetition patterns
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