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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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If n ∈ N, then 11^(n+2) + 12^(2n+1) is divisible by
Options
A 113
B 123
C 133
Correct Answer
D None of the above
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

For n=1: 11³ + 12³ = 1331 + 1728 = 3059. 3059/133 = 23, since 133×23 = 3059. So divisible by 133. This can be proven by induction.

Hint

Test with n=1 to find a possible divisor.

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