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1072

1072 is a even composite number that follows 1071 and precedes 1073. It is composed of 10 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 67, 134, 268, 536, 1072. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^4 × 67. 1072 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1072 is represented as 10000110000 in binary and 430 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MLXXII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MLXXII
LatinClassic
Binary
10000110000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
430
Base 16

Factor Analysis

10 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum10
Digital Root1
Sum of Factors2108
Aliquot Sum1036
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors5
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^4 × 67) reveals 5 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^4 × 67
222267
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1072 ends in 2, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 10 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 72 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1072 does not end in 0 or 5.

  • Divisible by 6

    A number must be divisible by 2 and 3 to pass the 6-test.

  • Divisible by 9

    The digit sum 10 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1072 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 6 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 1072 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 1072 breaks down

1072 carries 10 distinct factors and a digit signature of 10 (1 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1036, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10000110000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 430 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MLXXII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1072 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1072 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (10671077) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1072 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, Deficient numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 1072 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 1072

Is 1072 a prime number?

1072 is composite with 10 total factors and the prime factorization 2^4 × 67.

What is the prime factorization of 1072?

It breaks down as 2^4 × 67, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 67.

How is 1072 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1072 converts to 10000110000 in binary and 430 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1072 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1072 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1072?

The digits sum to 10, producing a digital root of 1. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.