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aliquot

Pronunciation: [ˈælɪkwət]

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Learn how to use aliquot in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “mathematics”

(adjective) describing a number that can evenly divide another number without leaving a remainder. Think of it like when you share something, and everyone gets the same amount without any leftover.

Example

The number 4 is an aliquot part of 16 because 16 can be divided evenly by 4.

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The number 5 is not an aliquot of 14, since dividing 14 by 5 leaves a remainder.

Example

Can you tell me if 3 is an aliquot part of 12?

Context: “mathematics”

(noun) a part or a portion of a whole number that divides evenly into it. This is similar to when you take a group of candies and share it equally with friends.

Example

In the set of numbers, 6 is an aliquot of 18 because it divides into 18 perfectly.

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A single piece of candy is not an aliquot of a large candy bar if you can't share it evenly with friends.

Example

What are the aliquots of the number 24?

How to pronounce aliquot

Pronunciation: [ˈælɪkwət]

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