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Composite Number

532

532 is a even composite number that follows 531 and precedes 533. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 7, 14, 19, 28, 38, 76, 133, 266, 532. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 7 × 19. 532 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 532 is represented as 1000010100 in binary and 214 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DXXXII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DXXXII
LatinClassic
Binary
1000010100
Base 2
Hexadecimal
214
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum10
Digital Root1
Sum of Factors1120
Aliquot Sum588
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^2 × 7 × 19) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^2 × 7 × 19
22719
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    532 ends in 2, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 10 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 32 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    532 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 10 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    532 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 4 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 532 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 532 breaks down

532 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 10 (1 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 588, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000010100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 214 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DXXXII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 532 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 532 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (527537) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 532 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, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 532 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 532

Is 532 a prime number?

532 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 7 × 19.

What is the prime factorization of 532?

It breaks down as 2^2 × 7 × 19, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 7 × 19.

How is 532 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

532 converts to 1000010100 in binary and 214 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 532 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 532?

The digits sum to 10, producing a digital root of 1. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.