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Composite Number

1208

1208 is a even composite number that follows 1207 and precedes 1209. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, 151, 302, 604, 1208. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^3 × 151. 1208 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1208 is represented as 10010111000 in binary and 4B8 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCCVIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MCCVIII
LatinClassic
Binary
10010111000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
4B8
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum11
Digital Root2
Sum of Factors2280
Aliquot Sum1072
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^3 × 151) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^3 × 151
222151
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1208 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 11 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 08 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1208 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

    1208 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 1208 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 1208 breaks down

1208 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 11 (2 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1072, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10010111000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 4B8 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCCVIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1208 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1208 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (12031213) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1208 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 1208 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 1208

Is 1208 a prime number?

1208 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 2^3 × 151.

What is the prime factorization of 1208?

It breaks down as 2^3 × 151, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 151.

How is 1208 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1208 converts to 10010111000 in binary and 4B8 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1208 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1208 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1208?

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