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Composite Number

1176

1176 is a even composite number that follows 1175 and precedes 1177. It is composed of 24 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 12, 14, 21, 24, 28, 42, 49, 56, 84, 98, 147, 168, 196, 294, 392, 588, 1176. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^3 × 3 × 7^2. 1176 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1176 is represented as 10010011000 in binary and 498 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCLXXVI in Roman numerals. It also belongs to the triangular number sequence.

Roman Numeral
MCLXXVI
LatinClassic
Binary
10010011000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
498
Base 16

Factor Analysis

24 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum15
Digital Root6
Sum of Factors3420
Aliquot Sum2244
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors6
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^3 × 3 × 7^2) reveals 6 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^3 × 3 × 7^2
222377
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1176 ends in 6, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 15 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 76 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1176 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 15 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1176 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 1 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 1176 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbersTriangular numbers
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Deep dive

How 1176 breaks down

1176 carries 24 distinct factors and a digit signature of 15 (6 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 2244, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10010011000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 498 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCLXXVI keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1176 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1176 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (11711181) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1176 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, Triangular numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 1176 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 1176

Is 1176 a prime number?

1176 is composite with 24 total factors and the prime factorization 2^3 × 3 × 7^2.

What is the prime factorization of 1176?

It breaks down as 2^3 × 3 × 7^2, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 7 × 7.

How is 1176 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1176 converts to 10010011000 in binary and 498 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1176 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1176 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1176?

The digits sum to 15, producing a digital root of 6. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.