A number divisible by 12

Divisibility by 12

Divisibility Rule for 12

Shortcut: A number is divisible by 12 if it is divisible by both 3 and 4.

How to Check:

  • ✔️ Check if the sum of digits is divisible by 3.
  • ✔️ Check if the last two digits form a number divisible by 4.
  • ✔️ If both are true, the number is divisible by 12.

Examples:

Number Sum of Digits Last 2 Digits Div by 3? Div by 4? Div by 12?
144 9 44 ✅ Yes
60 6 60 ✅ Yes
66 12 66 ❌ No
48 12 48 ✅ Yes
120 3 20 ❌ No