3168
3168 is a even composite number that follows 3167 and precedes 3169. It is composed of 36 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 11, 12, 16, 18, 22, 24, 32, 33, 36, 44, 48, 66, 72, 88, 96, 99, 132, 144, 176, 198, 264, 288, 352, 396, 528, 792, 1056, 1584, 3168. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^5 × 3^2 × 11. 3168 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 3168 is represented as 110001100000 in binary and C60 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMMCLXVIII in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
36 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^5 × 3^2 × 11) reveals 8 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
3168 ends in 8, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 18 is a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 68 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
3168 does not end in 0 or 5.
Divisible by 6
It meets the tests for both 2 and 3, so it is divisible by 6.
Divisible by 9
The digit sum 18 is a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
3168 does not end in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 0 is a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 3168 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 3168 breaks down
3168 carries 36 distinct factors and a digit signature of 18 (9 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 6660, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 110001100000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal C60 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMMCLXVIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 3168 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 3168 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (3163–3173) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 3168 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 3168 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 3168
Is 3168 a prime number?
3168 is composite with 36 total factors and the prime factorization 2^5 × 3^2 × 11.
What is the prime factorization of 3168?
It breaks down as 2^5 × 3^2 × 11, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 3 × 11.
How is 3168 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
3168 converts to 110001100000 in binary and C60 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 3168 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
3168 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 3168?
The digits sum to 18, producing a digital root of 9. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.