even numbers

Divisible by two

Even numbers are integers divisible by two with no remainder: 2, 4, 6, 8, and so on.

Zero is even, and negative numbers can be even too: −2, −4, −6.

The concept pairs with odd numbers, which leave a remainder when divided by two.

She noticed all the even numbers were missing from the list.

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  • sixCardinal after five
  • eightNumber after seven

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