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Composite Number

1215

1215 is a odd composite number that follows 1214 and precedes 1216. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 3, 5, 9, 15, 27, 45, 81, 135, 243, 405, 1215. Its prime factorization can be written as 3^5 × 5. 1215 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1215 is represented as 10010111111 in binary and 4BF in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCCXV in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MCCXV
LatinClassic
Binary
10010111111
Base 2
Hexadecimal
4BF
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum9
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors2184
Aliquot Sum969
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors6
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3^5 × 5) reveals 6 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3^5 × 5
333335
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1215 ends in 5, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 9 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 15 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1215 ends in 5, so it is divisible by 5.

  • Divisible by 6

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

  • Divisible by 9

    The digit sum 9 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1215 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -5 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 1215 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 1215 breaks down

1215 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 9 (9 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 969, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10010111111 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 4BF aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCCXV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1215 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1215 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (12101220) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1215 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 1215 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 1215

Is 1215 a prime number?

1215 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 3^5 × 5.

What is the prime factorization of 1215?

It breaks down as 3^5 × 5, multiplying the primes 3 × 3 × 3 × 3 × 3 × 5.

How is 1215 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1215 converts to 10010111111 in binary and 4BF in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1215 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1215 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1215?

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