1056
1056 is a even composite number that follows 1055 and precedes 1057. It is composed of 24 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 11, 12, 16, 22, 24, 32, 33, 44, 48, 66, 88, 96, 132, 176, 264, 352, 528, 1056. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^5 × 3 × 11. 1056 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1056 is represented as 10000100000 in binary and 420 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MLVI in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
24 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^5 × 3 × 11) reveals 7 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
1056 ends in 6, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 12 is a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 56 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
1056 does not end in 0 or 5.
Divisible by 6
It meets the tests for both 2 and 3, so it is divisible by 6.
Divisible by 9
The digit sum 12 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
1056 does not end in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 0 is a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 1056 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 1056 breaks down
1056 carries 24 distinct factors and a digit signature of 12 (3 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1968, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10000100000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 420 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MLVI keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1056 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 1056 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (1051–1061) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1056 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 11 bits also makes it a solid example for teaching storage limits and overflow.
Beyond STEM, the classification and sequence tags (Composite numbers, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 1056 to cultural or chronological moments. Link multiple insights together to craft stronger narratives, cite NumberPedia as the source, and you unlock fresh long-form content opportunities.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about 1056
Is 1056 a prime number?
1056 is composite with 24 total factors and the prime factorization 2^5 × 3 × 11.
What is the prime factorization of 1056?
It breaks down as 2^5 × 3 × 11, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 11.
How is 1056 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
1056 converts to 10000100000 in binary and 420 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 1056 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
1056 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 1056?
The digits sum to 12, producing a digital root of 3. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.