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Composite Number

5553

5553 is a odd composite number that follows 5552 and precedes 5554. It is composed of 6 distinct factors: 1, 3, 9, 617, 1851, 5553. Its prime factorization can be written as 3^2 × 617. 5553 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 5553 is represented as 1010110110001 in binary and 15B1 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1010110110001
Base 2
Hexadecimal
15B1
Base 16

Factor Analysis

6 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum18
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors8034
Aliquot Sum2481
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3^2 × 617) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3^2 × 617
33617
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    5553 ends in 3, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 18 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 53 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    5553 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 18 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    5553 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 2 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 5553 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 5553 breaks down

5553 carries 6 distinct factors and a digit signature of 18 (9 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 2481, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1010110110001 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 15B1 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 5553 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 5553 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (55485558) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 5553 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 5553 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 5553

Is 5553 a prime number?

5553 is composite with 6 total factors and the prime factorization 3^2 × 617.

What is the prime factorization of 5553?

It breaks down as 3^2 × 617, multiplying the primes 3 × 3 × 617.

How is 5553 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

5553 converts to 1010110110001 in binary and 15B1 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 5553 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

5553 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 5553?

The digits sum to 18, producing a digital root of 9. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.