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Composite Number

1989

1989 is a odd composite number that follows 1988 and precedes 1990. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 3, 9, 13, 17, 39, 51, 117, 153, 221, 663, 1989. Its prime factorization can be written as 3^2 × 13 × 17. 1989 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 1989 is represented as 11111000101 in binary and 7C5 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MCMLXXXIX in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MCMLXXXIX
LatinClassic
Binary
11111000101
Base 2
Hexadecimal
7C5
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum27
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors3276
Aliquot Sum1287
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3^2 × 13 × 17) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3^2 × 13 × 17
331317
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    1989 ends in 9, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 27 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 89 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    1989 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 27 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    1989 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 1989 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 1989 breaks down

1989 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 27 (9 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1287, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 11111000101 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 7C5 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MCMLXXXIX keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 1989 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 1989 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (19841994) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 1989 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 1989 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 1989

Is 1989 a prime number?

1989 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 3^2 × 13 × 17.

What is the prime factorization of 1989?

It breaks down as 3^2 × 13 × 17, multiplying the primes 3 × 3 × 13 × 17.

How is 1989 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

1989 converts to 11111000101 in binary and 7C5 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 1989 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

1989 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 1989?

The digits sum to 27, producing a digital root of 9. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.