2950
2950 is a even composite number that follows 2949 and precedes 2951. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 59, 118, 295, 590, 1475, 2950. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 5^2 × 59. 2950 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 2950 is represented as 101110000110 in binary and B86 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMCML in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
12 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2 × 5^2 × 59) reveals 4 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
2950 ends in 0, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 16 is not a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 50 are not divisible by 4.
Divisible by 5
2950 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 16 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
2950 ends in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum -2 is not a multiple of 11.
Deficient classification and digit analytics place 2950 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 2950 breaks down
2950 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 16 (7 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 2630, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101110000110 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal B86 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMCML keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 2950 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 2950 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (2945–2955) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 2950 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 2950 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 2950
Is 2950 a prime number?
2950 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 5^2 × 59.
What is the prime factorization of 2950?
It breaks down as 2 × 5^2 × 59, multiplying the primes 2 × 5 × 5 × 59.
How is 2950 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
2950 converts to 101110000110 in binary and B86 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 2950 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
2950 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 2950?
The digits sum to 16, producing a digital root of 7. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.