Number Theory Concepts
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What is the definition of a prime number?

  • A positive integer that is greater than 0 and has multiple divisors
  • Any positive integer greater than 1 that is divisible by only itself
  • Any positive integer greater than 1 that is divisible by 1 and itself only (correct)
  • A positive integer that has factors other than 1 and itself
  • Which statement correctly defines the Greatest Common Divisor (GCD)?

  • It is always equal to the smaller of the two numbers.
  • It is the smallest number that divides both numbers without a remainder.
  • It is the largest number that divides both numbers exactly. (correct)
  • It is the sum of the two numbers divided by two.
  • Which of these is true according to Euclid's Lemma?

  • If p is prime and p divides ab, then p divides a or b. (correct)
  • If p is prime, then it cannot divide any product of two integers.
  • If p is prime and p divides ab, then p divides both a and b.
  • If p is prime and p divides a, then p divides b.
  • What characterizes a quadratic equation?

    <p>It takes the form ax^2 + bx + c = 0.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which method is employed to solve quadratic equations?

    <p>The quadratic formula can be used when factoring fails.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic state?

    <p>Every positive integer can be uniquely factored into prime numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a linear equation?

    <p>2x + 3y = 12</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of number theory, what is a composite number?

    <p>A number greater than 1 that has more than two positive divisors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of the Euclidean algorithm?

    <p>To find the Greatest Common Divisor of two numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about algebraic equations is NOT true?

    <p>Non-linear equations cannot be expressed in algebraic form.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Number Theory

    • Definition: Number theory is the branch of mathematics that deals with the properties and behavior of integers and other whole numbers.
    • Key concepts:
      • Divisibility: a | b if a divides b exactly without leaving a remainder
      • Prime numbers: positive integers greater than 1 that are divisible only by 1 and themselves
      • Composite numbers: positive integers greater than 1 that are not prime
      • Greatest Common Divisor (GCD): the largest number that divides both a and b exactly
      • Euclidean algorithm: a method for finding the GCD of two numbers
    • Theorems:
      • Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic: every positive integer can be expressed as a product of prime numbers in a unique way
      • Euclid's Lemma: if p is prime and p | ab, then p | a or p | b

    Algebraic Equations

    • Definition: An algebraic equation is an equation that involves variables and constants, and can be expressed using only addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and roots (such as square roots or cube roots).
    • Types of equations:
      • Linear equations: equations of the form ax + by = c, where a, b, and c are constants
      • Quadratic equations: equations of the form ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants
      • Polynomial equations: equations of the form a_n x^n + a_(n-1) x^(n-1) + ... + a_1 x + a_0 = 0, where a_n, ..., a_1, a_0 are constants
    • Methods for solving equations:
      • Factoring: expressing an equation as a product of simpler equations
      • Quadratic formula: x = (-b ± √(b^2 - 4ac)) / 2a, for solving quadratic equations
      • Synthetic division: a method for dividing a polynomial by another polynomial
    • Applications:
      • Solving systems of equations
      • Finding roots of polynomials
      • Modeling real-world problems

    Number Theory

    • Branch of mathematics focused on integers and their properties
    • Divisibility: Indicated as a | b; means a divides b without remainder
    • Prime Numbers: Greater than 1, only divisible by 1 and itself; examples include 2, 3, 5, 7
    • Composite Numbers: Greater than 1 and not prime; includes numbers like 4, 6, 8
    • Greatest Common Divisor (GCD): Largest integer that divides two numbers without leaving a remainder
    • Euclidean Algorithm: A systematic method for calculating the GCD of two integers
    • Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic: States every positive integer can be uniquely expressed as a product of prime numbers
    • Euclid's Lemma: If a prime number p divides the product of two integers ab, then p must divide at least one of a or b

    Algebraic Equations

    • Definition: Involves variables and constants, expressible through basic arithmetic operations and roots
    • Types:
      • Linear Equations: Form ax + by = c; a, b, and c are constants, represents a straight line on a graph
      • Quadratic Equations: Form ax² + bx + c = 0; represents a parabolic curve, solutions can be found using the quadratic formula
      • Polynomial Equations: General form a_n x^n + a_(n-1) x^(n-1) +...+ a_1 x + a_0 = 0; includes multiple degrees of x
    • Methods for Solving Equations:
      • Factoring: Process of breaking down an expression into simpler components that multiply to the original equation
      • Quadratic Formula: x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / 2a; used for finding roots of quadratic equations
      • Synthetic Division: Simplifies the process of dividing a polynomial by a linear factor
    • Applications:
      • Solving systems of equations to find variable values that satisfy multiple conditions
      • Finding roots of polynomials, relevant in calculus and function analysis
      • Modeling real-world problems in fields like physics, finance, and engineering through algebraic relationships

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