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Composite Number

794

794 is a even composite number that follows 793 and precedes 795. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 2, 397, 794. Its prime factorization can be written as 2 × 397. 794 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 794 is represented as 1100011010 in binary and 31A in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DCCXCIV in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DCCXCIV
LatinClassic
Binary
1100011010
Base 2
Hexadecimal
31A
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum20
Digital Root2
Sum of Factors1194
Aliquot Sum400
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2 × 397) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2 × 397
2397
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    794 ends in 4, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 20 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 94 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    794 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 20 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    794 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 794 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 794 breaks down

794 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 20 (2 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 400, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1100011010 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 31A aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DCCXCIV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 794 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 794 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (789799) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 794 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, Deficient numbers) help historians, numerologists, and trivia writers tie 794 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 794

Is 794 a prime number?

794 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 2 × 397.

What is the prime factorization of 794?

It breaks down as 2 × 397, multiplying the primes 2 × 397.

How is 794 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

794 converts to 1100011010 in binary and 31A in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 794 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 794?

The digits sum to 20, producing a digital root of 2. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.