How many distinct prime factors does the smallest 4 digit number have?

[Ramankholi]

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To start, what is the smallest 4-digit number?

 

[Steven G]

Just factor the smallest 4-digit number and count.

 

[HallsofIvy]

First step, what is the "smallest four digit number"?

 

[Steven G]

1000= 2^3*5^3

 

[pka]

What is the least four-digit prime number?

 

[Steven G]

What is the least four-digit prime number?

1009