4236
4236 is a even composite number that follows 4235 and precedes 4237. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12, 353, 706, 1059, 1412, 2118, 4236. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 3 × 353. 4236 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 4236 is represented as 1000010001100 in binary and 108C in hexadecimal.
Factor Analysis
12 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^2 × 3 × 353) reveals 4 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
4236 ends in 6, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 15 is a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 36 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
4236 does not end in 0 or 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
4236 does not end in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum -1 is not a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 4236 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 4236 breaks down
4236 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 15 (6 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 5676, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000010001100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 108C aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 4236 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 4236 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (4231–4241) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 4236 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 13 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 4236 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 4236
Is 4236 a prime number?
4236 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 3 × 353.
What is the prime factorization of 4236?
It breaks down as 2^2 × 3 × 353, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 3 × 353.
How is 4236 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
4236 converts to 1000010001100 in binary and 108C in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 4236 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
4236 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 4236?
The digits sum to 15, producing a digital root of 6. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.