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Composite Number

4281

4281 is a odd composite number that follows 4280 and precedes 4282. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 3, 1427, 4281. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 1427. 4281 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 4281 is represented as 1000010111001 in binary and 10B9 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1000010111001
Base 2
Hexadecimal
10B9
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum15
Digital Root6
Sum of Factors5712
Aliquot Sum1431
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 1427) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 1427
31427
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    4281 ends in 1, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 15 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 81 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    4281 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 15 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    4281 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 9 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 4281 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 4281 breaks down

4281 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 15 (6 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1431, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000010111001 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 10B9 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 4281 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 4281 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (42764286) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 4281 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 4281 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 4281

Is 4281 a prime number?

4281 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 1427.

What is the prime factorization of 4281?

It breaks down as 3 × 1427, multiplying the primes 3 × 1427.

How is 4281 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

4281 converts to 1000010111001 in binary and 10B9 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 4281 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

4281 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 4281?

The digits sum to 15, producing a digital root of 6. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.