740
740 is a even composite number that follows 739 and precedes 741. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 5, 10, 20, 37, 74, 148, 185, 370, 740. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 5 × 37. 740 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 740 is represented as 1011100100 in binary and 2E4 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DCCXL in Roman numerals.
Factor Analysis
12 FactorsProperties
The prime factorization (2^2 × 5 × 37) reveals 4 prime building blocks.
Divisible by 2
740 ends in 0, so it is even.
Divisible by 3
The digit sum 11 is not a multiple of 3.
Divisible by 4
The last two digits 40 form a multiple of 4.
Divisible by 5
740 ends in 0, so it is divisible by 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
740 ends in 0.
Divisible by 11
The alternating digit sum 3 is not a multiple of 11.
Abundant classification and digit analytics place 740 within several notable number theory sequences:
Timeline
Deep dive
How 740 breaks down
740 carries 12 distinct factors and a digit signature of 11 (2 as the digital root). The abundant classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 856, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.
Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1011100100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 2E4 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DCCXL keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 740 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.
Context
Where 740 shows up
Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (735–745) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 740 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, Abundant numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 740 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 740
Is 740 a prime number?
740 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 5 × 37.
What is the prime factorization of 740?
It breaks down as 2^2 × 5 × 37, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 5 × 37.
How is 740 represented in binary and hexadecimal?
740 converts to 1011100100 in binary and 2E4 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.
Is 740 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?
740 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.
What are the digit sum and digital root of 740?
The digits sum to 11, producing a digital root of 2. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.