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Composite Number

234

234 is a even composite number that follows 233 and precedes 235. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 6, 9, 13, 18, 26, 39, 78, 117, 234. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 3^2 × 13. 234 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 234 is represented as 11101010 in binary and EA in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CCXXXIV in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CCXXXIV
LatinClassic
Binary
11101010
Base 2
Hexadecimal
EA
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum9
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors546
Aliquot Sum312
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

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

Canonical form
2 × 3^2 × 13
23313
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    234 ends in 4, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 9 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 34 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    234 does not end in 0 or 5.

  • Divisible by 6

    It meets the tests for both 2 and 3, so it is divisible by 6.

  • Divisible by 9

    The digit sum 9 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    234 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 3 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 234 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 234 breaks down

234 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 9 (9 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 312, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 11101010 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal EA aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CCXXXIV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 234 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 234 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (229239) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 234 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, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 234 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 234

Is 234 a prime number?

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

What is the prime factorization of 234?

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

How is 234 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

234 converts to 11101010 in binary and EA in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 234 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 234?

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