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Composite Number

5921

5921 is a odd composite number that follows 5920 and precedes 5922. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 31, 191, 5921. Its prime factorization can be written as 31 × 191. 5921 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 5921 is represented as 1011100100001 in binary and 1721 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1011100100001
Base 2
Hexadecimal
1721
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum17
Digital Root8
Sum of Factors6144
Aliquot Sum223
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (31 × 191) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
31 × 191
31191
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    5921 ends in 1, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 17 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 21 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    5921 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 17 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    5921 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum -3 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 5921 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 5921 breaks down

5921 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 17 (8 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 223, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1011100100001 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 1721 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 5921 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 5921 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (59165926) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 5921 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 5921 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 5921

Is 5921 a prime number?

5921 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 31 × 191.

What is the prime factorization of 5921?

It breaks down as 31 × 191, multiplying the primes 31 × 191.

How is 5921 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

5921 converts to 1011100100001 in binary and 1721 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 5921 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

5921 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 5921?

The digits sum to 17, producing a digital root of 8. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.