Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
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Verified for the 2026 exam•Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The divisibility algorithm is a method used to determine if one number is divisible by another. It involves performing a series of mathematical operations on the numbers to check for divisibility.
Related terms
Divisor: A divisor is a number that divides another number without leaving a remainder.
Quotient: The quotient is the result obtained when one number is divided by another.
Remainder: The remainder is what remains after dividing one number by another.