Last updated on May 26th, 2025
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 271.
The divisibility rule for 271 is a method by which we can find out if a number is divisible by 271 or not without using the division method. Check whether 8131 is divisible by 271 with the divisibility rule.
Step 1: Multiply the last digit of the number by 25, here in 8131, 1 is the last digit, multiply it by 25. 1 × 25 = 25
Step 2: Subtract the result from Step 1 from the remaining values but do not include the last digit. i.e., 813–25 = 788.
Step 3: As it is shown that 788 is not a multiple of 271, therefore, the number is not divisible by 271. If the result from step 2 is a multiple of 271, then the number is divisible by 271.
Learning the divisibility rule will help kids to master division. Let’s learn a few tips and tricks for the divisibility rule of 271.
Memorize the multiples of 271 (271, 542, 813, 1084, etc.) to quickly check divisibility. If the result from the subtraction is a multiple of 271, then the number is divisible by 271.
If the result we get after the subtraction is negative, we will avoid the symbol and consider it as positive for checking the divisibility of a number.
Students should keep repeating the divisibility process until they reach a small number that is divisible by 271. For example: Check if 18819 is divisible by 271 using the divisibility test. Multiply the last digit by 25, i.e., 9 × 25 = 225. Subtract the remaining digits excluding the last digit by 225, 1881–225 = 1656. Still, 1656 is a large number, hence we will repeat the process again and multiply the last digit by 25, 6 × 25 = 150. Now subtracting 150 from the remaining numbers excluding the last digit, 165–150 = 15. As 15 is not a multiple of 271, 18819 is not divisible by 271.
Students can use the division method as a way to verify and crosscheck their results. This will help them to verify and also learn.
The divisibility rule of 271 helps us quickly check if the given number is divisible by 271, but common mistakes like calculation errors lead to incorrect calculations. Here we will understand some common mistakes that will help you to understand.
Is 542 divisible by 271?
Yes, 542 is divisible by 271.
To check if 542 is divisible by 271, follow these steps:
1) Multiply the last two digits by 3, 42 × 3 = 126.
2) Subtract the result from the number formed by the remaining digits, 5 – 126 = -121.
3) Check if the absolute value of the result is a multiple of 271. Yes, 271 × 0 = 0, and the remainder of 0 indicates divisibility.
Is 813 divisible by 271?
No, 813 is not divisible by 271.
To verify divisibility by 271:
1) Multiply the last two digits by 3, 13 × 3 = 39.
2) Subtract this result from the number formed by the remaining digits, 8 – 39 = -31.
3) Check if the absolute value of the result is a multiple of 271. No, -31 is not a multiple of 271.
Can 1084 be divisible by 271?
Yes, 1084 is divisible by 271.
To determine divisibility:
1) Multiply the last two digits by 3, 84 × 3 = 252.
2) Subtract this from the number formed by the remaining digits, 10 – 252 = -242.
3) Check if the absolute value of the result is a multiple of 271. Yes, because 271 × (-1) + 29 = -242.
Check the divisibility rule of 271 for 2710.
Yes, 2710 is divisible by 271.
Follow these steps:
1) Multiply the last two digits by 3, 10 × 3 = 30.
2) Subtract this result from the number formed by the remaining digits, 27 – 30 = -3.
3) Check if the absolute value of the result is a multiple of 271. Yes, 271 × 0 = 0, and the remainder of 0 indicates divisibility.
Is 1355 divisible by 271?
No, 1355 is not divisible by 271.
To check divisibility:
1) Multiply the last two digits by 3, 55 × 3 = 165.
2) Subtract the result from the number formed by the remaining digits, 13 – 165 = -152.
3) Check if the absolute value of the result is a multiple of 271. No, -152 is not a multiple of 271.
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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