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Composite Number

4608

4608 is a even composite number that follows 4607 and precedes 4609. It is composed of 30 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 16, 18, 24, 32, 36, 48, 64, 72, 96, 128, 144, 192, 256, 288, 384, 512, 576, 768, 1152, 1536, 2304, 4608. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^9 × 3^2. 4608 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 4608 is represented as 1001000000000 in binary and 1200 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1001000000000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
1200
Base 16

Factor Analysis

30 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum18
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors13299
Aliquot Sum8691
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors11
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^9 × 3^2) reveals 11 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^9 × 3^2
22222222233
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    4608 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 18 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 08 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    4608 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 18 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    4608 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -10 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 4608 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 4608 breaks down

4608 carries 30 distinct factors and a digit signature of 18 (9 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 8691, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1001000000000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 1200 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 4608 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 4608 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (46034613) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 4608 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 4608 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 4608

Is 4608 a prime number?

4608 is composite with 30 total factors and the prime factorization 2^9 × 3^2.

What is the prime factorization of 4608?

It breaks down as 2^9 × 3^2, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 3.

How is 4608 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

4608 converts to 1001000000000 in binary and 1200 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 4608 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

4608 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 4608?

The digits sum to 18, producing a digital root of 9. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.