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Composite Number

3003

3003 is a odd composite number that follows 3002 and precedes 3004. It is composed of 16 distinct factors: 1, 3, 7, 11, 13, 21, 33, 39, 77, 91, 143, 231, 273, 429, 1001, 3003. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 7 × 11 × 13. 3003 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 3003 is represented as 101110111011 in binary and BBB in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMMIII in Roman numerals. It also belongs to the triangular number sequence.

Roman Numeral
MMMIII
LatinClassic
Binary
101110111011
Base 2
Hexadecimal
BBB
Base 16

Factor Analysis

16 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum6
Digital Root6
Sum of Factors5376
Aliquot Sum2373
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 7 × 11 × 13) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 7 × 11 × 13
371113
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    3003 ends in 3, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 6 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 03 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    3003 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 6 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    3003 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 0 is a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 3003 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbersTriangular numbers
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Deep dive

How 3003 breaks down

3003 carries 16 distinct factors and a digit signature of 6 (6 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 2373, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101110111011 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal BBB aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMMIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 3003 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 3003 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (29983008) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 3003 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, Triangular numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 3003 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 3003

Is 3003 a prime number?

3003 is composite with 16 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 7 × 11 × 13.

What is the prime factorization of 3003?

It breaks down as 3 × 7 × 11 × 13, multiplying the primes 3 × 7 × 11 × 13.

How is 3003 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

3003 converts to 101110111011 in binary and BBB in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 3003 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

3003 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 3003?

The digits sum to 6, producing a digital root of 6. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.