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Definition of Divisible

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Which statement best defines the term divisible?

A number that can be divided by any other number.

A division that results in a remainder of 0.

A division that results in a quotient greater than 1.

A number whose digits sum to an even number.

Correct Answer

A division that results in a remainder of 0.

Explanation

One number is divisible by another when dividing them gives a remainder of exactly 0. For example, 28 is divisible by 4 (28 ÷ 4 = 7, R 0), but 28 is not divisible by 5 (28 ÷ 5 = 5, R 3).

Reference

Mathematics for college students

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