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odd, composite · 27th positive integer

The number 27

27 is an odd composite number. It is the 27th positive integer.

Quick reference

Prime factorization3 × 3 × 3
Divisors1, 3, 9, 27
Binary11011
Hexadecimal0x1B
Roman numeralXXVII
Digit sum9
Propertiesodd, composite

Reading 27 in NumGrid context

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Frequently asked

Is 27 a prime number?

No. 27 is composite. Its prime factorization is 3 × 3 × 3.

What are the factors of 27?

The factors (divisors) of 27 are 1, 3, 9, 27.

What is 27 in binary?

27 in binary is 11011. In hexadecimal it's 1B.

What is 27 as a Roman numeral?

27 in Roman numerals is XXVII.

What's the digit sum of 27?

Adding the digits of 27: 2 + 7 = 9.

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