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Composite Number

895

895 is a odd composite number that follows 894 and precedes 896. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 5, 179, 895. Its prime factorization can be written as 5 × 179. 895 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 895 is represented as 1101111111 in binary and 37F in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as DCCCXCV in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
DCCCXCV
LatinClassic
Binary
1101111111
Base 2
Hexadecimal
37F
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum22
Digital Root4
Sum of Factors1080
Aliquot Sum185
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (5 × 179) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
5 × 179
5179
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    895 ends in 5, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 22 is not a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 95 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    895 ends in 5, 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 22 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    895 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 4 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 895 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 895 breaks down

895 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 22 (4 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 185, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1101111111 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 37F aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral DCCCXCV keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 895 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 895 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (890900) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 895 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 895 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 895

Is 895 a prime number?

895 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 5 × 179.

What is the prime factorization of 895?

It breaks down as 5 × 179, multiplying the primes 5 × 179.

How is 895 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

895 converts to 1101111111 in binary and 37F in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 895 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 895?

The digits sum to 22, producing a digital root of 4. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.