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Composite Number

4287

4287 is a odd composite number that follows 4286 and precedes 4288. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 3, 1429, 4287. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 1429. 4287 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 4287 is represented as 1000010111111 in binary and 10BF in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1000010111111
Base 2
Hexadecimal
10BF
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum21
Digital Root3
Sum of Factors5720
Aliquot Sum1433
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 1429) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 1429
31429
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    4287 ends in 7, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 21 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 87 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    4287 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 21 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    4287 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 3 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 4287 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 4287 breaks down

4287 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 21 (3 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 1433, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000010111111 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 10BF aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 4287 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 4287 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (42824292) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 4287 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 4287 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 4287

Is 4287 a prime number?

4287 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 1429.

What is the prime factorization of 4287?

It breaks down as 3 × 1429, multiplying the primes 3 × 1429.

How is 4287 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

4287 converts to 1000010111111 in binary and 10BF in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 4287 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

4287 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 4287?

The digits sum to 21, producing a digital root of 3. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.