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119

119 is a odd composite number that follows 118 and precedes 120. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 7, 17, 119. Its prime factorization can be written as 7 × 17. 119 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 119 is represented as 1110111 in binary and 77 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CXIX in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CXIX
LatinClassic
Binary
1110111
Base 2
Hexadecimal
77
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum11
Digital Root2
Sum of Factors144
Aliquot Sum25
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (7 × 17) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
7 × 17
717
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    119 ends in 9, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 11 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 19 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    119 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 11 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    119 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 9 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 119 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 119 breaks down

119 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 11 (2 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 25, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1110111 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 77 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CXIX keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 119 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 119 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (114124) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 119 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 7 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 119 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 119

Is 119 a prime number?

119 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 7 × 17.

What is the prime factorization of 119?

It breaks down as 7 × 17, multiplying the primes 7 × 17.

How is 119 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

119 converts to 1110111 in binary and 77 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 119 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 119?

The digits sum to 11, producing a digital root of 2. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.