24pateldheer 24pateldheer
  • 20-05-2019
  • Mathematics
contestada

Prove that for all whole values of n the value of the expression:
n(n+2)–(n–7)(n–5) is divisible by 7.

Respuesta :

sqdancefan
sqdancefan sqdancefan
  • 20-05-2019

Explanation:

Multiply it out, collect terms, and look for a factor of 7:

  n(n +2) -(n -7)(n -5) = n² +2n -(n² -12n +35)

  = 14n -35

  = 7(2n -5)

The expression has a factor of 7, so is divisible by 7 with a resulting quotient of 2n-5.

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

what is the measure of ∠ B E C ?
How do you do thisss
What governing document is the supreme law of the land?
HELPPPPPPPPPP ILL HELP BACK
what is the slope of the linear function..........​
(x/y)^3 : x^3 Please asnwer me.
Solve for u. -24 = v= 6
Can someone please help me with my chem final!!
What Is the smallest functional and structural unit of all living organisms
a taxi hurries with a constant speed of 38 miles per hour. how long will it take to travel a distance of 95 miles​