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Strong number

Learn how to solve the 'Strong number' problem. This detailed resource details brute force and optimized approaches.

Problem Statement

Easy

Write a function is_strong(n) that takes a positive integer n and returns True if it is a Strong number, or False otherwise. A Strong number is a number where the sum of the factorials of its individual digits equals the number itself. For example, 145 = 1! + 4! + 5! = 1 + 24 + 120 = 145.

Constraints
  • 1 <= n <= 10^6

Examples

Example 1
Input
n = 145
Output
True
Explanation

1! + 4! + 5! = 1 + 24 + 120 = 145, which equals n.

Example 2
Input
n = 2
Output
True
Explanation

2! = 2, which equals n.

Example 3
Input
n = 123
Output
False
Explanation

1! + 2! + 3! = 1 + 2 + 6 = 9, which is not 123.

Need a Hint?
Use simple arithmetic operators (like modulo `%`, division `//`), conditional checks, or loops to inspect number properties.
Edge Cases to Watch
  • Empty list or null input variables
  • Single item lists/arrays
  • Extremely large input bounds causing integer or stack overflow

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