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Composite Number

6048

6048 is a even composite number that follows 6047 and precedes 6049. It is composed of 48 distinct factors: 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 12, 14, 16, 18, 21, 24, 27, 28, 32, 36, 42, 48, 54, 56, 63, 72, 84, 96, 108, 112, 126, 144, 168, 189, 216, 224, 252, 288, 336, 378, 432, 504, 672, 756, 864, 1008, 1512, 2016, 3024, 6048. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^5 × 3^3 × 7. 6048 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 6048 is represented as 1011110100000 in binary and 17A0 in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
1011110100000
Base 2
Hexadecimal
17A0
Base 16

Factor Analysis

48 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum18
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors20160
Aliquot Sum14112
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors9
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^5 × 3^3 × 7) reveals 9 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^5 × 3^3 × 7
222223337
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    6048 ends in 8, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 18 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 48 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    6048 does not end in 0 or 5.

  • Divisible by 6

    It meets the tests for both 2 and 3, so it is divisible by 6.

  • Divisible by 9

    The digit sum 18 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    6048 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

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

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 6048 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 6048 breaks down

6048 carries 48 distinct factors and a digit signature of 18 (9 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 14112, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1011110100000 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 17A0 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 6048 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 6048 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (60436053) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 6048 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, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 6048 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 6048

Is 6048 a prime number?

6048 is composite with 48 total factors and the prime factorization 2^5 × 3^3 × 7.

What is the prime factorization of 6048?

It breaks down as 2^5 × 3^3 × 7, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 2 × 3 × 3 × 3 × 7.

How is 6048 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

6048 converts to 1011110100000 in binary and 17A0 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 6048 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

6048 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 6048?

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