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Composite Number

2840

2840 is a even composite number that follows 2839 and precedes 2841. It is composed of 16 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 5, 8, 10, 20, 40, 71, 142, 284, 355, 568, 710, 1420, 2840. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^3 × 5 × 71. 2840 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2840 is represented as 101100011000 in binary and B18 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMDCCCXL in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
MMDCCCXL
LatinClassic
Binary
101100011000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
B18
Base 16

Factor Analysis

16 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum14
Digital Root5
Sum of Factors6480
Aliquot Sum3640
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors5
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^3 × 5 × 71) reveals 5 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^3 × 5 × 71
222571
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    2840 ends in 0, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 14 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 40 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    2840 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 14 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    2840 ends in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -2 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 2840 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 2840 breaks down

2840 carries 16 distinct factors and a digit signature of 14 (5 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 3640, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101100011000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal B18 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMDCCCXL keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2840 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 2840 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (28352845) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2840 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, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 2840 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 2840

Is 2840 a prime number?

2840 is composite with 16 total factors and the prime factorization 2^3 × 5 × 71.

What is the prime factorization of 2840?

It breaks down as 2^3 × 5 × 71, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 5 × 71.

How is 2840 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

2840 converts to 101100011000 in binary and B18 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 2840 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

2840 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 2840?

The digits sum to 14, producing a digital root of 5. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.