260
260 is a even composite number that follows 259 and precedes 261. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 13, 20, 26, 52, 65, 130, 260. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 5 × 13. 260 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 260 is represented as 100000100 in binary and 104 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CCLX in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
12 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^2 × 5 × 13) reveals 4 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
260 ends in 0, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 8 is not a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 60 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
260 ends in 0, so it is divisible by 5.
Divisible by 6
A number must be divisible by 2 and 3 to pass the 6-test.
Divisible by 9
The digit sum 8 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
260 ends in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum -4 is not a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 260 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 260 breaks down
260 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 8 (8 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 328, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 100000100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 104 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CCLX keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 260 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 260 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (255–265) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 260 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 9 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 260 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 260
Is 260 a prime number?
260 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 5 × 13.
What is the prime factorization of 260?
It breaks down as 2^2 × 5 × 13, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 5 × 13.
How is 260 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
260 converts to 100000100 in binary and 104 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 260 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
260 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 260?
The digits sum to 8, producing a digital root of 8. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.