2. Consider the divisibility tests for 2, 4, and 8. Using inductive reasoning, what do you think the divisibility test for 16 would be? After explaining, use your test to show that 456822320 is divisible by 16.
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The divisibility test for 4 is that the last two digits must be divisible by 4. The divisibility test for 8 is that the last three digits must be divisible by 8. Show more…
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