492
492 is a even composite number that follows 491 and precedes 493. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 12, 41, 82, 123, 164, 246, 492. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 3 × 41. 492 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 492 is represented as 111101100 in binary and 1EC in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CDXCII in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
12 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^2 × 3 × 41) reveals 4 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
492 ends in 2, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 15 is a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 92 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
492 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 15 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
492 does not end in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum -3 is not a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 492 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 492 breaks down
492 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 15 (6 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 684, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 111101100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 1EC aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CDXCII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 492 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 492 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (487–497) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 492 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, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 492 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 492
Is 492 a prime number?
492 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 3 × 41.
What is the prime factorization of 492?
It breaks down as 2^2 × 3 × 41, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 3 × 41.
How is 492 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
492 converts to 111101100 in binary and 1EC in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 492 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
492 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 492?
The digits sum to 15, producing a digital root of 6. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.