If a number exactly divides two numbers separately, it must exactly divide their sum

Which of the following statement is true?

If a number exactly divides two numbers separately, it must exactly divide their sum.

True

Explanation:

2 divides 4 and 8 as well as 12. (4 + 8 = 12).

Concept: Tests for Divisibility of Numbers - Divisibility by 2

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If a number exactly divides two numbers, then it must also divide the sum of both numbers.

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