How to Find if a Number Is Prime?

Check whether the number is less than 2

If it is less than 2, it is not prime

If it is 2, it is prime

If it is greater than 2 and even, it is not prime

Test divisibility by odd numbers from 3 up to the square root of the number

If any divisor divides evenly, it is not prime

If no divisor divides evenly, it is prime

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