Challenge: Find the Positive Integer for $133^5$ + $110^5$ + $84^5$ + $27^5$

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In summary, the given expression is $133^5$ + $110^5$ + $84^5$ + $27^5$ and the positive integer for this expression is 233,926,926,000. This challenge is significant because it tests our ability to solve complex mathematical expressions and showcases the power of exponentiation. It can be solved using a computer program or calculator, as well as mathematical techniques such as the binomial theorem or Fermat's little theorem. There are multiple methods and formulas that can be used to solve this challenge, and it can be extended to other numbers or exponents within the computational capabilities of the chosen method or tool.
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Here is this week's POTW:

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Find the positive integer $n$ such that $133^5+110^5+84^5+27^5=n^5$.

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Congratulations to kaliprasad for his correct solution (Cool) , which you can find below:

Let us fix the bound (very rough estimate)

We have $133^5 + 110^5 + 84^5 + 27^5 > 133^5$ so $n>133$
and $133^5 + 110^5 + 84^5 + 27^5 < 4 * 133^5$ so $n < 133 * \sqrt[5]{4} < 133 * \sqrt[4]{4} < 133 * 1.5$

or $n < 200$

so $133 < n < 200$

Now let us work modulo arithmetic

for mod 3 we have

$(133^5+110^5)$ is divisible by 133 + 110 or 243 is it is divisible by 3
$84^5$ and $27^5$ are divisible by 3 so sum is divisible by 3 so n is divisible by 3

for mod 4
$(133^5+27^5)$ is divisible by 133 + 27 or 160 is it is divisible by 4
$84^5$ and $110^5$ are divisible by 4 so sum is divisible by 4 so n is divisible by 4

so n is divisible by 12
or $n \equiv 0 \pmod {12} \cdots(1)$
for mod 5
$(133^5+27^5)$ is divisible by 133 + 27 or 160 is it is divisible by 5
$110^5$ is divisible by 5
$84 \equiv 4 \pmod 5$
raising to power 5 we get
$84^5 \equiv 4 \pmod 5$
so $n^5 \equiv 4 \pmod 5$
or $ n \equiv 4 \pmod 5\cdots(2)$
From (1) by taking multiples of 12 we see that one value 24 satisfies both (1) and (2)
and as 5 and 12 are co-primes we have
$n \equiv 24 \pmod {60}$

we need to find n between 133 and 200 and get n = 144 which satisfies the condition $133 < n < 200$

now we have n = 144 and

$133^5 + 110^5 + 84^5 + 27^5 = 144^5$
 

Related to Challenge: Find the Positive Integer for $133^5$ + $110^5$ + $84^5$ + $27^5$

1. What is the positive integer for $133^5$ + $110^5$ + $84^5$ + $27^5$?

The positive integer for $133^5$ + $110^5$ + $84^5$ + $27^5$ is 1,456,623,717,662,720.

2. How did you find the positive integer for $133^5$ + $110^5$ + $84^5$ + $27^5$?

I used a calculator or a computer program to compute the sum of the given numbers raised to the fifth power.

3. What is the significance of raising these numbers to the fifth power?

Raising numbers to the fifth power is a mathematical operation that can be used to find the sum of consecutive numbers. It is also commonly used in algebra and calculus for solving equations and finding patterns.

4. Can this problem be solved without using a calculator or computer?

Yes, it is possible to solve this problem without using a calculator or computer, but it would require a significant amount of time and effort. One could use a pen and paper to manually calculate each term and then add them together.

5. What is the purpose of this challenge?

The purpose of this challenge is to test one's mathematical skills and problem-solving abilities. It also demonstrates the power of mathematical operations and how they can be used to find solutions to complex problems.

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