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Divisibility Rule of 400

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The divisibility rule is a way to find out whether a number is divisible by another number without using the division method. In real life, we can use the divisibility rule for quick math, dividing things evenly, and sorting things. In this topic, we will learn about the divisibility rule of 400.

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What is the Divisibility Rule of 400?

The divisibility rule for 400 is a method by which we can find out if a number is divisible by 400 or not without using the division method. Check whether 2400 is divisible by 400 with the divisibility rule.

 

Step 1: Check the last three digits of the number. In 2400, the last three digits are 400.

 

Step 2: If the last three digits form a number that is exactly divisible by 400, then the whole number is divisible by 400. Since 400 is exactly divisible by 400, 2400 is divisible by 400.

 

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Tips and Tricks for Divisibility Rule of 400

Learning the divisibility rule will help kids to master division. Let’s learn a few tips and tricks for the divisibility rule of 400.

 

Know the multiples of 400:


Memorize the multiples of 400 (400, 800, 1200, 1600, etc.) to quickly check divisibility. If the last three digits form a multiple of 400, then the number is divisible by 400.

 

Use the division method to verify:


Students can use the division method as a way to verify and crosscheck their results. This will help them verify their answers and also learn.
 

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Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them in Divisibility Rule of 400

The divisibility rule of 400 helps us to quickly check if the given number is divisible by 400, but common mistakes like calculation errors lead to incorrect calculations. Here we will understand some common mistakes and how to avoid them.
 

Mistake 1

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Not checking the correct number of digits.
 

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Students should ensure they check the last three digits of the number to determine divisibility by 400.
 

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Divisibility Rule of 400 Examples

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Problem 1

Is 8,000 divisible by 400?

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Yes, 8,000 is divisible by 400.

Explanation

To check if 8,000 is divisible by 400, we examine the last three digits of the number. Since the last three digits are "000," and 000 is divisible by 400, 8,000 is divisible by 400.
 

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Problem 2

Check the divisibility rule of 400 for 2,400.

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Yes, 2,400 is divisible by 400.
 

Explanation

For checking if 2,400 is divisible by 400, we look at the last three digits of the number, which are "400." Since 400 is divisible by 400 (400 × 1 = 400), 2,400 is divisible by 400.
 

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Problem 3

Is 5,720 divisible by 400?

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No, 5,720 is not divisible by 400.
 

Explanation

To determine if 5,720 is divisible by 400, we check the last three digits, which are "720." Since 720 is not evenly divisible by 400 (720 ÷ 400 = 1.8), 5,720 is not divisible by 400.

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Problem 4

Can 10,600 be divisible by 400 following the divisibility rule?

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Yes, 10,600 is divisible by 400.
 

Explanation

To check if 10,600 is divisible by 400, we examine the last three digits: "600." Since 600 is divisible by 400 (400 × 1.5 = 600), 10,600 is divisible by 400.

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Problem 5

Check the divisibility rule of 400 for 9,200.

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 Yes, 9,200 is divisible by 400.
 

Explanation

To check if 9,200 is divisible by 400, we look at the last three digits, which are "200." Since 200 is not divisible by 400, but 9200 is divisible by 400 (400 × 23 = 9200), 9,200 is divisible by 400.
 

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FAQs on Divisibility Rule of 400

1.What is the divisibility rule for 400?

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2.How many numbers are there between 1 and 2000 that are divisible by 400?

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3. Is 1600 divisible by 400?

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4. What if the last three digits are 000?

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5. Does the divisibility rule of 400 apply to all integers?

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Important Glossary for Divisibility Rule of 400

  • Divisibility rule: The set of rules used to find out whether a number is divisible by another number or not. For example, a number is divisible by 400 if its last three digits are divisible by 400.

 

  • Multiples: Multiples are the results we get after multiplying a number by an integer. For example, multiples of 400 are 400, 800, 1200, 1600, etc.

 

  • Digits: Digits are the individual numbers from 0 to 9 that make up larger numbers.

 

  • Division: Division is a mathematical operation where one number is divided by another.

 

  • Integer: An integer is a whole number that can be positive, negative, or zero.
     
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Hiralee Lalitkumar Makwana has almost two years of teaching experience. She is a number ninja as she loves numbers. Her interest in numbers can be seen in the way she cracks math puzzles and hidden patterns.

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