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Composite Number

1551

1551 is a odd composite number that follows 1550 and precedes 1552. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 3, 11, 33, 47, 141, 517, 1551. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 11 × 47. 1551 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1551 is represented as 11000001111 in binary and 60F in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MDLI in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MDLI
LatinClassic
Binary
11000001111
Base 2
Hexadecimal
60F
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum12
Digital Root3
Sum of Factors2304
Aliquot Sum753
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 11 × 47) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 11 × 47
31147
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1551 ends in 1, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 12 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 51 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1551 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 12 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1551 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 0 is a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 1551 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 1551 breaks down

1551 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 12 (3 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 753, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 11000001111 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 60F aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MDLI keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1551 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1551 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (15461556) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1551 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 1551 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 1551

Is 1551 a prime number?

1551 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 11 × 47.

What is the prime factorization of 1551?

It breaks down as 3 × 11 × 47, multiplying the primes 3 × 11 × 47.

How is 1551 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1551 converts to 11000001111 in binary and 60F in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1551 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1551 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1551?

The digits sum to 12, producing a digital root of 3. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.