What is special about these two numbers: 220 and 284?

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The numbers 220 and 284 are known as amicable pairs, meaning each number is the sum of the proper divisors of the other. Specifically, the sum of the divisors of 220 equals 284. This unique relationship highlights their mathematical significance. The discussion emphasizes the intriguing properties of these numbers in number theory. Understanding amicable numbers like 220 and 284 showcases the beauty of mathematical relationships.
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What is extremely special about these two numbers: 220 and 284? They are ______ pairs.
 
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There amicable pairs. Adding all the divisors of 220 gives you the number 284
 

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