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Composite Number

385

385 is a odd composite number that follows 384 and precedes 386. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 5, 7, 11, 35, 55, 77, 385. Its prime factorization can be written as 5 × 7 × 11. 385 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 385 is represented as 110000001 in binary and 181 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CCCLXXXV in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CCCLXXXV
LatinClassic
Binary
110000001
Base 2
Hexadecimal
181
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum16
Digital Root7
Sum of Factors576
Aliquot Sum191
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (5 × 7 × 11) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
5 × 7 × 11
5711
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    385 ends in 5, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 16 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 85 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    385 ends in 5, 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 16 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    385 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 0 is a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 385 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 385 breaks down

385 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 16 (7 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 191, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 110000001 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 181 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CCCLXXXV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 385 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 385 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (380390) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 385 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 385 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 385

Is 385 a prime number?

385 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 5 × 7 × 11.

What is the prime factorization of 385?

It breaks down as 5 × 7 × 11, multiplying the primes 5 × 7 × 11.

How is 385 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

385 converts to 110000001 in binary and 181 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 385 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 385?

The digits sum to 16, producing a digital root of 7. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.