Is 297 divisible by 6?

The question we are solving here is: If we divide 297 by 6, will we get a whole number with no remainder? In other words, is 297 divisible by 6?

For 297 to be divisible by 6, both of the following two criteria must be met: First, 297 has to be an even number and second, the sum of its digits must be divisible by 3.

Looking at 297, you see that 297 is an odd number, which means that the first criteria is not met.

The sum of the digits in 297 is 18, which is divisible by 3. Therefore, the second criteria is met.

Thus, 297 is not divisible by 6 and the answer to the question "Is 297 divisible by 6?" is

NO

You may also be interested to know that if you divide 297 by 6, you get 49.50.

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

Is 298 divisible by 6?
Can you do it on your own now? If not, go here for the next number on our list.