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Composite Number

226

226 is a even composite number that follows 225 and precedes 227. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 2, 113, 226. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 113. 226 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 226 is represented as 11100010 in binary and E2 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CCXXVI in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CCXXVI
LatinClassic
Binary
11100010
Base 2
Hexadecimal
E2
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum10
Digital Root1
Sum of Factors342
Aliquot Sum116
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2 × 113) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2 × 113
2113
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    226 ends in 6, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 10 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 26 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    226 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 10 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    226 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 226 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 226 breaks down

226 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 10 (1 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 116, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 11100010 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal E2 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CCXXVI keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 226 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 226 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (221231) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 226 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 8 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 226 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 226

Is 226 a prime number?

226 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 113.

What is the prime factorization of 226?

It breaks down as 2 × 113, multiplying the primes 2 × 113.

How is 226 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

226 converts to 11100010 in binary and E2 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 226 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 226?

The digits sum to 10, producing a digital root of 1. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.