>For example, the digits in 2736 add up to 18. The digits >in 18 add up to 9, so 2736 is an integer multiple of 9. This might be able to be done in 12 instructions, but any more than 8 or 9 bits might be a stretch. Scott, if you can't offer a solution to your own question, especially in this area, then we're all in trouble :) --Andrew _________________________________________________________________ Get your FREE download of MSN Explorer at http://explorer.msn.com -- http://www.piclist.com hint: The list server can filter out subtopics (like ads or off topics) for you. See http://www.piclist.com/#topics