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Composite Number

812

812 is a even composite number that follows 811 and precedes 813. It is composed of 12 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 7, 14, 28, 29, 58, 116, 203, 406, 812. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 7 × 29. 812 is classified as a abundant number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 812 is represented as 1100101100 in binary and 32C in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DCCCXII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DCCCXII
LatinClassic
Binary
1100101100
Base 2
Hexadecimal
32C
Base 16

Factor Analysis

12 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum11
Digital Root2
Sum of Factors1680
Aliquot Sum868
ClassificationAbundant
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Abundant numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^2 × 7 × 29) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^2 × 7 × 29
22729
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    812 ends in 2, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 11 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 12 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    812 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 11 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    812 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 9 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Abundant classification and digit analytics place 812 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersAbundant numbers
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Deep dive

How 812 breaks down

812 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 868, which exceeds the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1100101100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 32C aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DCCCXII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 812 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 812 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (807817) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 812 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 812 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 812

Is 812 a prime number?

812 is composite with 12 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 7 × 29.

What is the prime factorization of 812?

It breaks down as 2^2 × 7 × 29, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 7 × 29.

How is 812 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

812 converts to 1100101100 in binary and 32C in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 812 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 812?

The digits sum to 11, producing a digital root of 2. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.