Factorial Calculator

Factorial Calculator

Find n! with the full multiplication expanded.

What is a factorial calculator?

A factorial calculator finds n!, the product of all whole numbers from 1 up to n. Factorials are used in counting, probability and combinations.

How to use the factorial calculator

Enter a whole number and click Calculate. The calculator shows the factorial with the full multiplication expanded.

Factorial formula

n! = n × (n − 1) × (n − 2) × … × 2 × 1. By definition, 0! = 1.

Example

5! = 5 × 4 × 3 × 2 × 1 = 120. And 0! = 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 5!?

5! = 120. Try it on the calculator above.

What is 0!?

0! = 1 by definition. Try it on the calculator above.

Why are factorials useful?

Factorials count how many ways things can be arranged. For example, 5 books can be arranged in 5! = 120 ways.

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