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Composite Number

2788

2788 is a even composite number that follows 2787 and precedes 2789. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 17, 34, 41, 68, 82, 164, 697, 1394, 2788. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 17 × 41. 2788 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2788 is represented as 101011100100 in binary and AE4 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMDCCLXXXVIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MMDCCLXXXVIII
LatinClassic
Binary
101011100100
Base 2
Hexadecimal
AE4
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum25
Digital Root7
Sum of Factors5292
Aliquot Sum2504
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^2 × 17 × 41) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^2 × 17 × 41
221741
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    2788 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 25 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 88 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    2788 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 25 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    2788 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 2788 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 2788 breaks down

2788 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 25 (7 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 2504, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101011100100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal AE4 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMDCCLXXXVIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2788 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 2788 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (27832793) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2788 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 2788 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 2788

Is 2788 a prime number?

2788 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 17 × 41.

What is the prime factorization of 2788?

It breaks down as 2^2 × 17 × 41, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 17 × 41.

How is 2788 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

2788 converts to 101011100100 in binary and AE4 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 2788 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

2788 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 2788?

The digits sum to 25, producing a digital root of 7. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.