3550
3550 is a even composite number that follows 3549 and precedes 3551. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 5, 10, 25, 50, 71, 142, 355, 710, 1775, 3550. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 5^2 × 71. 3550 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 3550 is represented as 110111011110 in binary and DDE in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as MMMDL in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
12 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2 × 5^2 × 71) reveals 4 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
3550 ends in 0, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 13 is not a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 50 are not divisible by 4.
Divisible by 5
3550 ends in 0, so it is divisible by 5.
Divisible by 6
A number must be divisible by 2 and 3 to pass the 6-test.
Divisible by 9
The digit sum 13 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
3550 ends in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 3 is not a multiple of 11.
Deficient classification and digit analytics place 3550 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 3550 breaks down
3550 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 13 (4 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 3146, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 110111011110 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal DDE aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral MMMDL keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 3550 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 3550 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (3545–3555) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 3550 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) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 3550 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 3550
Is 3550 a prime number?
3550 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 5^2 × 71.
What is the prime factorization of 3550?
It breaks down as 2 × 5^2 × 71, multiplying the primes 2 × 5 × 5 × 71.
How is 3550 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
3550 converts to 110111011110 in binary and DDE in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 3550 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
3550 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 3550?
The digits sum to 13, producing a digital root of 4. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.