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Divisibility Rule of 959

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The divisibility rule is a way to determine whether a number is divisible by another number without using the division method. In real life, we use divisibility rules for quick math, dividing things evenly, and sorting items. In this topic, we will learn about the divisibility rule of 959.

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What is the Divisibility Rule of 959?

The divisibility rule for 959 is a method to find out if a number is divisible by 959 without using the division method. Let's check whether 956,541 is divisible by 959 using the divisibility rule.

 

Step 1: Multiply the last digit of the number by 2, here in 956,541, 1 is the last digit. Multiply it by 2. 1 × 2 = 2.

 

Step 2: Subtract the result from Step 1 from the remaining values but do not include the last digit. i.e., 95,654 - 2 = 95,652.

 

Step 3: Repeat the process until you get a number that is easily checked for divisibility by 959. If the final result is divisible by 959, then the original number is too.
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Tips and Tricks for Divisibility Rule of 959

Understanding divisibility rules can help you master division. Let’s explore a few tips and tricks for the divisibility rule of 959.

 

Know the multiples of 959:


Memorize the multiples of 959 (959, 1918, 2877, 3836, etc.) to quickly check divisibility. If the result from the subtraction is a multiple of 959, the number is divisible by 959.

 

Use negative numbers:


If the result we get after subtraction is negative, consider it positive when checking divisibility.

 

Repeat the process for large numbers:


Continue the divisibility process until you reach a small number that is divisible by 959. For example, check if 287,803 is divisible by 959 using the divisibility test. Multiply the last digit by 2, i.e., 3 × 2 = 6. Subtract 6 from the remaining digits excluding the last digit, 28,780 - 6 = 28,774. Repeat the process: 4 × 2 = 8, 2877 - 8 = 2869. Continue until the result is a multiple of 959.

 

Use the division method to verify:


The division method can be used to verify and cross-check results, helping to confirm the divisibility.

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Divisibility Rule of 959 Examples

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Problem 1

Is 1918 divisible by 959?

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Explanation

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Problem 2

Check the divisibility rule of 959 for 2877.

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Explanation

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Problem 3

Is -959 divisible by 959?

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Explanation

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Problem 4

Can 9590 be divisible by 959 following the divisibility rule?

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Explanation

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Problem 5

Check the divisibility rule of 959 for 3836.

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FAQs on Divisibility Rule of 959

1.What is the divisibility rule for 959?

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2.How many numbers are there between 1 and 10,000 that are divisible by 959?

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3.Is 2877 divisible by 959?

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4.What if I get 0 after subtracting?

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5.Does the divisibility rule of 959 apply to all integers?

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Important Glossaries for Divisibility Rule of 959

  • Divisibility rule: A set of rules used to determine whether a number is divisible by another number without division.

 

  • Multiples: Results obtained by multiplying a number by another integer. For example, multiples of 959 are 959, 1918, 2877, etc.

 

  • Integers: Numbers that include all whole numbers, negative numbers, and zero.

 

  • Subtraction: The process of finding the difference between two numbers by reducing one number from another.

 

  • Negative numbers: Numbers less than zero, used in calculations and considered positive when applying divisibility rules.
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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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