2672
2672 is a even composite number that follows 2671 and precedes 2673. It is composed of 10 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 167, 334, 668, 1336, 2672. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^4 × 167. 2672 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2672 is represented as 101001110000 in binary and A70 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMDCLXXII in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
10 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^4 × 167) reveals 5 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
2672 ends in 2, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 17 is not a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 72 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
2672 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 17 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
2672 does not end in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 1 is not a multiple of 11.
Deficient classification and digit analytics place 2672 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 2672 breaks down
2672 carries 10 distinct factors and a digit signature of 17 (8 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 2536, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101001110000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal A70 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMDCLXXII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2672 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 2672 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (2667–2677) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2672 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 2672 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 2672
Is 2672 a prime number?
2672 is composite with 10 total factors and the prime factorization 2^4 × 167.
What is the prime factorization of 2672?
It breaks down as 2^4 × 167, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 167.
How is 2672 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
2672 converts to 101001110000 in binary and A70 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 2672 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
2672 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 2672?
The digits sum to 17, producing a digital root of 8. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.