The number 48 is an even integer that comes after 47 and before 49. It is often associated with various concepts, such as being the product of 6 and 8. In mathematics, 48 is considered a composite number because it has factors other than 1 and itself, including 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, 12, 16, and 24. In everyday life, 48 can represent many things, such as the number of states in the contiguous United States before Alaska and Hawaii were added. It can also refer to the 48 hours in a weekend, making it a common reference for time spent relaxing or engaging in activities.