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Composite Number

8397

8397 is a odd composite number that follows 8396 and precedes 8398. It is composed of 8 distinct factors: 1, 3, 9, 27, 311, 933, 2799, 8397. Its prime factorization can be written as 3^3 × 311. 8397 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 8397 is represented as 10000011001101 in binary and 20CD in hexadecimal.

Roman Numeral
N/A (1-3999)
LatinClassic
Binary
10000011001101
Base 2
Hexadecimal
20CD
Base 16

Factor Analysis

8 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count4
Digit Sum27
Digital Root9
Sum of Factors12480
Aliquot Sum4083
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors4
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3^3 × 311) reveals 4 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3^3 × 311
333311
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    8397 ends in 7, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 27 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 97 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    8397 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 27 is a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    8397 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 7 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 8397 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 8397 breaks down

8397 carries 8 distinct factors and a digit signature of 27 (9 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 4083, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 10000011001101 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 20CD aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral N/A (1-3999) keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 8397 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 8397 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (83928402) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 8397 in worksheets about factor trees. Its binary footprint of length 14 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 8397 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 8397

Is 8397 a prime number?

8397 is composite with 8 total factors and the prime factorization 3^3 × 311.

What is the prime factorization of 8397?

It breaks down as 3^3 × 311, multiplying the primes 3 × 3 × 3 × 311.

How is 8397 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

8397 converts to 10000011001101 in binary and 20CD in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 8397 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

8397 is not a perfect square, is not a perfect cube, and is not triangular.

What are the digit sum and digital root of 8397?

The digits sum to 27, producing a digital root of 9. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.