Is 1959 divisible by 6?

The question we are solving here is: If we divide 1959 by 6, will we get a whole number with no remainder? In other words, is 1959 divisible by 6?

For 1959 to be divisible by 6, both of the following two criteria must be met: First, 1959 has to be an even number and second, the sum of its digits must be divisible by 3.

Looking at 1959, you see that 1959 is an odd number, which means that the first criteria is not met.

The sum of the digits in 1959 is 24, which is divisible by 3. Therefore, the second criteria is met.

Thus, 1959 is not divisible by 6 and the answer to the question "Is 1959 divisible by 6?" is

NO

You may also be interested to know that if you divide 1959 by 6, you get 326.50.

Divisible by 6?
Do you need to check another number? Enter a number below to see if it is divisible by 6.

Is 1960 divisible by 6?
Can you do it on your own now? If not, go here for the next number on our list.