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Composite Number

483

483 is a odd composite number that follows 482 and precedes 484. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 3, 7, 21, 23, 69, 161, 483. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 7 × 23. 483 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 483 is represented as 111100011 in binary and 1E3 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CDLXXXIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CDLXXXIII
LatinClassic
Binary
111100011
Base 2
Hexadecimal
1E3
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum15
Digital Root6
Sum of Factors768
Aliquot Sum285
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 7 × 23) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 7 × 23
3723
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    483 ends in 3, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 15 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 83 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    483 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

    483 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -1 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 483 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 483 breaks down

483 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 15 (6 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 285, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 111100011 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 1E3 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CDLXXXIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 483 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 483 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (478488) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 483 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 9 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 483 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 483

Is 483 a prime number?

483 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 7 × 23.

What is the prime factorization of 483?

It breaks down as 3 × 7 × 23, multiplying the primes 3 × 7 × 23.

How is 483 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

483 converts to 111100011 in binary and 1E3 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 483 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 483?

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