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517

517 is a odd composite number that follows 516 and precedes 518. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 11, 47, 517. Its prime factorization can be written as 11 × 47. 517 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 517 is represented as 1000000101 in binary and 205 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DXVII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DXVII
LatinClassic
Binary
1000000101
Base 2
Hexadecimal
205
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum13
Digital Root4
Sum of Factors576
Aliquot Sum59
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (11 × 47) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
11 × 47
1147
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    517 ends in 7, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 13 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 17 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    517 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 13 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    517 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 11 is a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 517 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 517 breaks down

517 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 13 (4 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 59, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000000101 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 205 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DXVII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 517 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 517 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (512522) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 517 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 10 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 517 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 517

Is 517 a prime number?

517 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 11 × 47.

What is the prime factorization of 517?

It breaks down as 11 × 47, multiplying the primes 11 × 47.

How is 517 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

517 converts to 1000000101 in binary and 205 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 517 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 517?

The digits sum to 13, producing a digital root of 4. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.