4990
4990 is a even composite number that follows 4989 and precedes 4991. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 2, 5, 10, 499, 998, 2495, 4990. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 5 × 499. 4990 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 4990 is represented as 1001101111110 in binary and 137E in hexadecimal.
Factor Analysis
8 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2 × 5 × 499) reveals 3 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
4990 ends in 0, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 22 is not a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 90 are not divisible by 4.
Divisible by 5
4990 ends in 0, so it is divisible by 5.
Divisible by 6
A number must be divisible by 2 and 3 to pass the 6-test.
Divisible by 9
The digit sum 22 is not a multiple of 9.
Divisible by 10
4990 ends in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 4 is not a multiple of 11.
Deficient classification and digit analytics place 4990 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 4990 breaks down
4990 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 22 (4 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 4010, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1001101111110 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 137E aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 4990 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 4990 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (4985–4995) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 4990 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 13 bits also makes it a solid example for teaching storage limits and overflow.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about 4990
Is 4990 a prime number?
4990 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 5 × 499.
What is the prime factorization of 4990?
It breaks down as 2 × 5 × 499, multiplying the primes 2 × 5 × 499.
How is 4990 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
4990 converts to 1001101111110 in binary and 137E in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 4990 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
4990 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 4990?
The digits sum to 22, producing a digital root of 4. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.