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2048

2048 is a even composite number that follows 2047 and precedes 2049. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128, 256, 512, 1024, 2048. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^11. 2048 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2048 is represented as 100000000000 in binary and 800 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMXLVIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MMXLVIII
LatinClassic
Binary
100000000000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
800
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum14
Digital Root5
Sum of Factors4095
Aliquot Sum2047
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors11
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^11) reveals 11 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^11
22222222222
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    2048 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 14 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 48 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    2048 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

    2048 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -2 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 2048 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 2048 breaks down

2048 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 2047, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 100000000000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 800 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMXLVIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2048 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 2048 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (20432053) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2048 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 12 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 2048 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 2048

Is 2048 a prime number?

2048 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^11.

What is the prime factorization of 2048?

It breaks down as 2^11, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2.

How is 2048 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

2048 converts to 100000000000 in binary and 800 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 2048 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

2048 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 2048?

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