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Composite Number

1288

1288 is a even composite number that follows 1287 and precedes 1289. It is composed of 16 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 7, 8, 14, 23, 28, 46, 56, 92, 161, 184, 322, 644, 1288. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^3 × 7 × 23. 1288 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1288 is represented as 10100001000 in binary and 508 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCCLXXXVIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MCCLXXXVIII
LatinClassic
Binary
10100001000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
508
Base 16

Factor Analysis

16 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum19
Digital Root1
Sum of Factors2880
Aliquot Sum1592
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors5
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^3 × 7 × 23) reveals 5 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^3 × 7 × 23
222723
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1288 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 19 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 88 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1288 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 19 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1288 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 1288 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 1288 breaks down

1288 carries 16 distinct factors and a digit signature of 19 (1 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1592, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10100001000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 508 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCCLXXXVIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1288 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1288 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (12831293) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1288 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) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 1288 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 1288

Is 1288 a prime number?

1288 is composite with 16 total factors and the prime factorization 2^3 × 7 × 23.

What is the prime factorization of 1288?

It breaks down as 2^3 × 7 × 23, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 7 × 23.

How is 1288 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1288 converts to 10100001000 in binary and 508 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1288 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1288 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1288?

The digits sum to 19, producing a digital root of 1. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.