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Composite Number

921

921 is a odd composite number that follows 920 and precedes 922. It is composed of 4 distinct factors: 1, 3, 307, 921. Its prime factorization can be written as 3 × 307. 921 is classified as a deficient number based on the sum of its proper divisors. In computer science, 921 is represented as 1110011001 in binary and 399 in hexadecimal. Historically, it is written as CMXXI in Roman numerals.

Roman Numeral
CMXXI
LatinClassic
Binary
1110011001
Base 2
Hexadecimal
399
Base 16

Factor Analysis

4 Factors

Properties

ParityOdd
Perfect SquareNo
Perfect CubeNo
Digit Count3
Digit Sum12
Digital Root3
Sum of Factors1232
Aliquot Sum311
ClassificationDeficient
Prime Factors2
SequencesComposite numbers, Deficient numbers
Prime Factorization

The prime factorization (3 × 307) reveals 2 prime building blocks.

Canonical form
3 × 307
3307
Divisibility Insights
  • Divisible by 2

    921 ends in 1, so it is odd.

  • Divisible by 3

    The digit sum 12 is a multiple of 3.

  • Divisible by 4

    The last two digits 21 are not divisible by 4.

  • Divisible by 5

    921 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 12 is not a multiple of 9.

  • Divisible by 10

    921 does not end in 0.

  • Divisible by 11

    The alternating digit sum 8 is not a multiple of 11.

Sequence Membership

Deficient classification and digit analytics place 921 within several notable number theory sequences:

Composite numbersDeficient numbers
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Deep dive

How 921 breaks down

921 carries 4 distinct factors and a digit signature of 12 (3 as the digital root). The deficient classification indicates that its proper divisors sum to 311, which stays below the number, offering a quick glimpse into its abundance profile.

Numeral conversions provide additional context: the binary form 1110011001 supports bitwise reasoning, hexadecimal 399 aligns with computing notation, and the Roman numeral CMXXI keeps the encyclopedic tradition alive. These attributes make 921 useful for math olympiad problems, puzzle design, and code challenges alike.

Context

Where 921 shows up

Engineers lean on the divisibility profile when sizing circuits, mod designers use neighboring values (916926) to tune search ranges, and educators feature 921 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 921 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 921

Is 921 a prime number?

921 is composite with 4 total factors and the prime factorization 3 × 307.

What is the prime factorization of 921?

It breaks down as 3 × 307, multiplying the primes 3 × 307.

How is 921 represented in binary and hexadecimal?

921 converts to 1110011001 in binary and 399 in hexadecimal, which are helpful for computer science applications.

Is 921 a perfect square, cube, or triangular number?

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

What are the digit sum and digital root of 921?

The digits sum to 12, producing a digital root of 3. These tests power divisibility shortcuts for 3 and 9.