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Composite Number

892

892 is a even composite number that follows 891 and precedes 893. It is composed of 6 distinct factors: 1, 2, 4, 223, 446, 892. Its prime factorization can be written as 2^2 × 223. 892 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 892 is represented as 1101111100 in binary and 37C in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DCCCXCII in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DCCCXCII
LatinClassic
Binary
1101111100
Base 2
Hexadecimal
37C
Base 16

Factor Analysis

6 Factors

Properties

ParityEven
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum19
Digital Root1
Sum of Factors1568
Aliquot Sum676
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors3
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (2^2 × 223) reveals 3 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
2^2 × 223
22223
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    892 ends in 2, so it is even.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 19 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 92 form a multiple of 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    892 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 19 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    892 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 1 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 892 within several notable number theory sequences:

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Deep dive

How 892 breaks down

892 carries 6 distinct factors and a digit signature of 19 (1 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 676, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1101111100 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 37C aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DCCCXCII keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 892 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 892 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (887897) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 892 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 892 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 892

Is 892 a prime number?

892 is composite with 6 total factors and the prime factorization 2^2 × 223.

What is the prime factorization of 892?

It breaks down as 2^2 × 223, multiplying the primes 2 × 2 × 223.

How is 892 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

892 converts to 1101111100 in binary and 37C in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 892 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 892?

The digits sum to 19, producing a digital root of 1. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.