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Composite Number

34

34 is a even composite number that follows 33 and precedes 35. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 2, 17, 34. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 17. 34 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 34 is represented as 100010 in binary and 22 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as XXXIV in Roman numerals. It also belongs to the Fibonacci number sequence.

Roman Numeral
XXXIV
LatinClassic
Binary
100010
Base 2
Hexadecimal
22
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count2
Digit Sum7
Digital Root7
Sum of Factors54
Aliquot Sum20
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2 × 17) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2 × 17
217
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    34 ends in 4, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 7 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 34 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    34 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 7 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    34 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -1 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 34 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbersFibonacci numbers
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Deep dive

How 34 breaks down

34 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 7 (7 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 20, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 100010 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 22 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral XXXIV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 34 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 34 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (2939) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 34 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 6 bits also makes it a solid example for teaching storage limits and overflow.

Beyond STEM, the classification and sequence tags (Composite numbers, Deficient numbers, Fibonacci numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 34 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 34

Is 34 a prime number?

34 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 17.

What is the prime factorization of 34?

It breaks down as 2 × 17, multiplying the primes 2 × 17.

How is 34 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

34 converts to 100010 in binary and 22 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 34 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

34 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular. It also belongs to the Fibonacci sequence.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 34?

The digits sum to 7, producing a digital root of 7. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.