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Composite Number

5272

5272 is a even composite number that follows 5271 and precedes 5273. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 8, 659, 1318, 2636, 5272. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^3 × 659. 5272 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 5272 is represented as 1010010011000 in binary and 1498 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1010010011000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
1498
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum16
Digital Root7
Sum of Factors9900
Aliquot Sum4628
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^3 × 659) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^3 × 659
222659
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    5272 ends in 2, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 16 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 72 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    5272 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 16 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    5272 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 8 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 5272 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 5272 breaks down

5272 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 16 (7 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 4628, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1010010011000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 1498 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 5272 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 5272 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (52675277) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 5272 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, Deficient numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 5272 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 5272

Is 5272 a prime number?

5272 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 2^3 × 659.

What is the prime factorization of 5272?

It breaks down as 2^3 × 659, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 659.

How is 5272 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

5272 converts to 1010010011000 in binary and 1498 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 5272 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

5272 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 5272?

The digits sum to 16, producing a digital root of 7. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.