What is the Value of x in the Equation $\sqrt{x^3+1648}-\sqrt{4949-x^3}=75$?

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The equation $\sqrt{x^3+1648}-\sqrt{4949-x^3}=75$ was analyzed to find the natural number value of $x$. The correct solutions were provided by members kaliprasad and lfdahl, while cmath123 received an honorable mention for a nearly correct approach. The problem emphasizes the importance of careful algebraic manipulation and verification of final conclusions in solving equations involving square roots.

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Given that $\sqrt{x^3+1648}-\sqrt{4949-x^3}=75$ for $x\in\Bbb{N}$. Find $x$.

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Congratulations to the following members for their correct solution::)
1. kaliprasad
2. lfdahl

Honorable mention goes to cmath123, as he has his approach correct except for making a small mistake in drawing the final conclusion.

You can find the suggested solution below:
Let $a=\sqrt{x^3+1648}$ and $b=\sqrt{4949-x^3}$. So we have $a-b=75$ and $a^2+b^2=6597$. From $(a-b)^2+2ab=a^2+b^2$ and $(a+b)^2=a^2+b^2+2ab$ we get $ab=486$, $a+b=87$ and $a=81$.

Therefore $81=\sqrt{x^3+1648}\implies x=17$.
 

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