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Composite Number

5579

5579 is a odd composite number that follows 5578 and precedes 5580. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 7, 797, 5579. Its prime factorization can be written as 7 × 797. 5579 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 5579 is represented as 1010111001011 in binary and 15CB in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1010111001011
Base 2
Hexadecimal
15CB
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum26
Digital Root8
Sum of Factors6384
Aliquot Sum805
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (7 × 797) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
7 × 797
7797
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    5579 ends in 9, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 26 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 79 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    5579 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 26 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    5579 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 5579 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 5579 breaks down

5579 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 26 (8 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 805, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1010111001011 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 15CB aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 5579 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 5579 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (55745584) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 5579 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 5579 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 5579

Is 5579 a prime number?

5579 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 7 × 797.

What is the prime factorization of 5579?

It breaks down as 7 × 797, multiplying the primes 7 × 797.

How is 5579 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

5579 converts to 1010111001011 in binary and 15CB in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 5579 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

5579 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 5579?

The digits sum to 26, producing a digital root of 8. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.