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Composite Number

4279

4279 is a odd composite number that follows 4278 and precedes 4280. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 11, 389, 4279. Its prime factorization can be written as 11 × 389. 4279 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 4279 is represented as 1000010110111 in binary and 10B7 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1000010110111
Base 2
Hexadecimal
10B7
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum22
Digital Root4
Sum of Factors4680
Aliquot Sum401
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (11 × 389) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
11 × 389
11389
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    4279 ends in 9, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 22 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 79 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    4279 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 22 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    4279 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 4279 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 4279 breaks down

4279 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 22 (4 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 401, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000010110111 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 10B7 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 4279 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 4279 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (42744284) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 4279 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, Deficient numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 4279 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 4279

Is 4279 a prime number?

4279 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 11 × 389.

What is the prime factorization of 4279?

It breaks down as 11 × 389, multiplying the primes 11 × 389.

How is 4279 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

4279 converts to 1000010110111 in binary and 10B7 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 4279 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

4279 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 4279?

The digits sum to 22, producing a digital root of 4. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.