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Composite Number

334

334 is a even composite number that follows 333 and precedes 335. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 2, 167, 334. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 167. 334 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 334 is represented as 101001110 in binary and 14E in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CCCXXXIV in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CCCXXXIV
LatinClassic
Binary
101001110
Base 2
Hexadecimal
14E
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum10
Digital Root1
Sum of Factors504
Aliquot Sum170
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2 × 167) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2 × 167
2167
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    334 ends in 4, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 10 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 34 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    334 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 10 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    334 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 4 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 334 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 334 breaks down

334 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 10 (1 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 170, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 101001110 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 14E aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CCCXXXIV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 334 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 334 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (329339) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 334 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 9 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 334 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 334

Is 334 a prime number?

334 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 167.

What is the prime factorization of 334?

It breaks down as 2 × 167, multiplying the primes 2 × 167.

How is 334 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

334 converts to 101001110 in binary and 14E in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 334 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 334?

The digits sum to 10, producing a digital root of 1. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.