The "superprime" of a number is defined as the sum

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The "superprime" of a number is defined as the sum of its distinct prime factors. What is the "superprime" of 40?

A. 7
B. 8
C. 11
D. 13
E. 22

OA A

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Princeton Review

The "superprime" of a number is defined as the sum of its distinct prime factors. What is the "superprime" of 40?

A. 7
B. 8
C. 11
D. 13
E. 22

OA A

40 = (2)(2)(2)(5)
So, the sum of the DISTINCT prime factors = 2 + 5 = 7

Answer: A

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Brent

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Princeton Review

The "superprime" of a number is defined as the sum of its distinct prime factors. What is the "superprime" of 40?

A. 7
B. 8
C. 11
D. 13
E. 22

OA A

Since the distinct prime factors of 40 are 5 and 2, then the "superprime" of 40 is 5 + 2 = 7.

Answer: A