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Composite Number

2678

2678 is a even composite number that follows 2677 and precedes 2679. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 2, 13, 26, 103, 206, 1339, 2678. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 13 × 103. 2678 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2678 is represented as 101001110110 in binary and A76 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMDCLXXVIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MMDCLXXVIII
LatinClassic
Binary
101001110110
Base 2
Hexadecimal
A76
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum23
Digital Root5
Sum of Factors4368
Aliquot Sum1690
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2 × 13 × 103) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2 × 13 × 103
213103
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    2678 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 23 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 78 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    2678 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 23 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    2678 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -5 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 2678 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 2678 breaks down

2678 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 23 (5 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1690, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101001110110 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal A76 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMDCLXXVIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2678 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 2678 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (26732683) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2678 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 2678 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 2678

Is 2678 a prime number?

2678 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 13 × 103.

What is the prime factorization of 2678?

It breaks down as 2 × 13 × 103, multiplying the primes 2 × 13 × 103.

How is 2678 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

2678 converts to 101001110110 in binary and A76 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 2678 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

2678 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 2678?

The digits sum to 23, producing a digital root of 5. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.