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Composite Number

1292

1292 is a even composite number that follows 1291 and precedes 1293. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 17, 19, 34, 38, 68, 76, 323, 646, 1292. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 17 × 19. 1292 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1292 is represented as 10100001100 in binary and 50C in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCCXCII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MCCXCII
LatinClassic
Binary
10100001100
Base 2
Hexadecimal
50C
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum14
Digital Root5
Sum of Factors2520
Aliquot Sum1228
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^2 × 17 × 19) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^2 × 17 × 19
221719
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1292 ends in 2, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 14 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 92 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1292 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 14 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1292 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 6 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 1292 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 1292 breaks down

1292 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 14 (5 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1228, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10100001100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 50C aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCCXCII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1292 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1292 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (12871297) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1292 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 1292 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 1292

Is 1292 a prime number?

1292 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 17 × 19.

What is the prime factorization of 1292?

It breaks down as 2^2 × 17 × 19, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 17 × 19.

How is 1292 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1292 converts to 10100001100 in binary and 50C in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1292 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1292 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1292?

The digits sum to 14, producing a digital root of 5. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.