Finding a number can be divided by six : divisibility rule of 6
The divisibility rule for number 6 helps in finding whether a number is exactly divisible by 6.
The rules are illustrated with clear examples for easier understanding.
Divisbility Rule of 6 :
Number divisible by both 2 and 3.
Example :
i) 1986
ii) 8760
Explanation :
i) 1986
a) divisible by 2,
Unit digit is 6 and its an even number
b) divisible by 3,
Sum of the digits = 1 + 9 + 8 + 6 = 24/3 = 8
ii) 8760
a) divisible by 2,
Unit digit is 0 and its an even number
b) divisible by 3,
Sum of the digits = 8 + 7 + 6 + 0 = 21/3 = 7.
Both the numbers can be divided by 6.
Finding a number can be divided by six is made easier with the divisibility rule of 6.
