In the previous post, we proved a theorem that the sum of a 2-digit number with reversed digit is divisible by 11. In this post, we will learn another theorem about numbers with reversed digits. This time, we will explore the difference between two 3-digit numbers with reversed digits.
Let’s have the following examples.
231 – 132 = 99
512 – 215 = 297
741 – 147 = 594
543 – 345 = 198
Before continuing reading, try other numbers and see if you can find a pattern.
You have probably observed that all the differences of a 3-digit number and a number formed by reversing its digit is a multiple by 99. Now, is this true for all possible cases? You may want to prove this on your own before continuing below. The proof on the 2-digit number with reversed digits is would be a good hint. Continue reading