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Divisibility Rule of 255

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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 255.

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What is the Divisibility Rule of 255?

The divisibility rule for 255 is a method by which we can find out if a number is divisible by 255 or not without using the division method. Check whether 7650 is divisible by 255 with the divisibility rule.

 

Step 1: Check if the number is divisible by both 3, 5, and 17, as 255 is the product of these numbers.

 

Step 2: A number is divisible by 3 if the sum of its digits is divisible by 3. For 7650, the sum of digits is 7+6+5+0=18, which is divisible by 3.

 

Step 3: A number is divisible by 5 if its last digit is either 0 or 5. For 7650, the last digit is 0.

 

Step 4: A number is divisible by 17 if dividing the number by 17 results in an integer. Here, 7650÷17=450.

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Since 7650 is divisible by 3, 5, and 17, it is divisible by 255.

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Tips and Tricks for Divisibility Rule of 255

Learning divisibility rules will help kids to master division. Let’s learn a few tips and tricks for the divisibility rule of 255.

 

  • Know the prime factors: Memorize the prime factors of 255 (3, 5, and 17) to quickly check divisibility.
     
  • Use divisibility rules of smaller numbers: Break down the divisibility rule of 255 into its components, i.e., check for divisibility by 3, 5, and 17 separately.
     
  • Repeat the process for large numbers: Students should keep repeating the divisibility process until they reach a small number that is divisible by 255.
     
  • Use the division method to verify: Students can use the division method to verify and cross-check their results. This will help them to verify and also learn.
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Divisibility Rule of 255 Examples

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Problem 1

Is 5100 divisible by 255?

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Explanation

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Problem 2

Check the divisibility rule of 255 for 8925.

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Explanation

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Problem 3

Is 17340 divisible by 255?

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Problem 4

Can 765 be divisible by 255 following the divisibility rule?

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Explanation

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Problem 5

heck the divisibility rule of 255 for 1530.

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FAQs on Divisibility Rule of 255

1.What is the divisibility rule for 255?

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2.How many numbers are there between 1 and 1000 that are divisible by 255?

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3.Is 1020 divisible by 255?

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4.What if I get 0 after division?

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5.Does the divisibility rule of 255 apply to all integers?

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Important Glossaries for Divisibility Rule of 255

  • Divisibility rule: The set of rules used to find out whether a number is divisible by another number or not.
     
  • Prime factors: The prime numbers that multiply together to get another number. For 255, these are 3, 5, and 17.
     
  • Integers: Whole numbers that can be positive, negative, or zero.
     
  • Remainder: The amount left over after division.
     
  • Sum of digits: The total obtained by adding all the digits of a number.
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About the Author

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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