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533

533 is a odd composite number that follows 532 and precedes 534. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 13, 41, 533. Its prime factorization can be written as 13 × 41. 533 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 533 is represented as 1000010101 in binary and 215 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DXXXIII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DXXXIII
LatinClassic
Binary
1000010101
Base 2
Hexadecimal
215
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum11
Digital Root2
Sum of Factors588
Aliquot Sum55
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (13 × 41) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
13 × 41
1341
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    533 ends in 3, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 11 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 33 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    533 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 11 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    533 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 5 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 533 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 533 breaks down

533 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 11 (2 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 55, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1000010101 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 215 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DXXXIII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 533 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 533 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (528538) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 533 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 533 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 533

Is 533 a prime number?

533 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 13 × 41.

What is the prime factorization of 533?

It breaks down as 13 × 41, multiplying the primes 13 × 41.

How is 533 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

533 converts to 1000010101 in binary and 215 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 533 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 533?

The digits sum to 11, producing a digital root of 2. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.