3480
3480 is a even composite number that follows 3479 and precedes 3481. It is composed of 32 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 15, 20, 24, 29, 30, 40, 58, 60, 87, 116, 120, 145, 174, 232, 290, 348, 435, 580, 696, 870, 1160, 1740, 3480. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^3 × 3 × 5 × 29. 3480 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 3480 is represented as 110110011000 in binary and D98 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMMCDLXXX in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
32 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^3 × 3 × 5 × 29) reveals 6 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
3480 ends in 0, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 15 is a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 80 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
3480 ends in 0, so it is divisible by 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 15 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
3480 ends in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 7 is not a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 3480 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 3480 breaks down
3480 carries 32 distinct factors and a digit signature of 15 (6 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 7320, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 110110011000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal D98 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMMCDLXXX keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 3480 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 3480 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (3475–3485) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 3480 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 3480 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 3480
Is 3480 a prime number?
3480 is composite with 32 total factors and the prime factorization 2^3 × 3 × 5 × 29.
What is the prime factorization of 3480?
It breaks down as 2^3 × 3 × 5 × 29, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 5 × 29.
How is 3480 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
3480 converts to 110110011000 in binary and D98 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 3480 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
3480 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 3480?
The digits sum to 15, producing a digital root of 6. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.