Question
Easy
Which of the following statements is correct ?
1
1 is a prime number
2
1 is a composite number
3
1 is both, a prime and a composite number
4
1 is neither prime nor a composite number
Question Details
Time to Solve: 12
Exam: CTET
Level/Paper: CTET_P1
Chapter: Number System
Topic: Prime and Composite Numbers
Correct Answer
Option D
Explanation
Option 4 is the correct answer: "1 is neither prime nor a composite number." ### Explanation for Option 4: 1. Definition of Prime Numbers: A prime number is defined as a natural number greater than 1 that has no positive divisors other than 1 and itself. Since 1 is not greater than 1, it does not meet the basic criterion to be considered a prime number. 2. **Definition of CompositeтАжRead More
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