Is the license plate ending with 0 an even or odd number?
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The last digit 0 on a license plate is an even number. Odd-even license plate restriction rules: Taking Harbin as an example, since the implementation of odd-even license plate restrictions, from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm daily, except for buses, taxis, and professional school buses carrying students during school commuting hours, other motor vehicles must comply with the odd-even day traffic regulations based on their license plate's last digit (vehicles with license plate ending in 1, 3, 5, 7, or 9 are only allowed to drive on odd-numbered days; vehicles with license plate ending in 0, 2, 4, 6, or 8 are only allowed to drive on even-numbered days). Purpose of odd-even license plate restrictions: The odd-even license plate restriction system is a traffic management measure introduced to alleviate urban traffic pressure. It significantly reduces the number of vehicles on the road, leading to faster traffic speeds. It greatly improves air quality. It strongly promotes the development of urban subways and light rails. It can serve as a model for urban traffic management during special periods.
I've been driving for almost twenty years and have a thorough understanding of the traffic restriction rules. The number 0 is definitely considered an even number in traffic restrictions, just like when I lived in Beijing. On even-numbered days, vehicles with license plates ending in 0 obediently stayed parked. Why? Mathematically, an even number is any integer divisible by 2, and 0÷2=0, which makes perfect sense—just like 2, 4, and 6. I remember when the new rules first came out, some people mistakenly thought 0 was an odd number and drove on restricted days anyway, only to end up with a pile of tickets—what a waste! Besides easing congestion, these restrictions also help reduce emissions for environmental protection, so it's best for everyone to cooperate. I recommend using a mobile app to check the restriction schedule—just enter your license plate, and it’ll automatically remind you. Saves hassle and effort, so don’t let a small misunderstanding lead to big trouble.
