Question: Which of the following is a true statement about prime numbers?

Options:

1. Every prime number is a factor of 1.
2. Every prime number is a multiple of itself.
3. All prime numbers are even.
4. Prime numbers have exactly two distinct positive divisors.

Correct Answer: Prime numbers have exactly two distinct positive divisors.

Solution:

Prime numbers are defined as having exactly two distinct positive divisors: 1 and the number itself.