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Composite Number

1203

1203 is a odd composite number that follows 1202 and precedes 1204. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 3, 401, 1203. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 401. 1203 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1203 is represented as 10010110011 in binary and 4B3 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCCIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MCCIII
LatinClassic
Binary
10010110011
Base 2
Hexadecimal
4B3
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum6
Digital Root6
Sum of Factors1608
Aliquot Sum405
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 401) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 401
3401
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1203 ends in 3, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 6 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 03 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1203 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 6 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1203 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -4 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 1203 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 1203 breaks down

1203 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 6 (6 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 405, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10010110011 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 4B3 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCCIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1203 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1203 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (11981208) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1203 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 1203 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 1203

Is 1203 a prime number?

1203 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 401.

What is the prime factorization of 1203?

It breaks down as 3 × 401, multiplying the primes 3 × 401.

How is 1203 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1203 converts to 10010110011 in binary and 4B3 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1203 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1203 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1203?

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