Is 538 a deficient number and what is its deficiency?

Is 538 a deficient number?

Here we will explain and calculate if 538 is a deficient number and its deficiency if applicable.

538 is a deficient number if the sum of its proper divisors is less than 538.

The sum of its proper divisors is calculated as follows: 1 + 2 + 269 = 272.

272 is less than 538. Therefore, 538 is a deficient number.

The deficiency of 538 is 538 minus the sum of its proper divisors. Thus, the deficiency of 538 is 538 - 272 = 266

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