7. Suppose a1, a2,...,a, are integers, r is a solution to the equation x" + a1x"-1 + a2x"-2 +... + an = 0. Prove that ifr is rational, then it is an integer. 8. Prove that for every n > 1, the sum 1 1 1 + + ... 2 is not an integer.
7. Suppose a1, a2,...,a, are integers, r is a solution to the equation x" + a1x"-1 + a2x"-2 +... + an = 0. Prove that ifr is rational, then it is an integer. 8. Prove that for every n > 1, the sum 1 1 1 + + ... 2 is not an integer.
Elements Of Modern Algebra
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Chapter7: Real And Complex Numbers
Section7.1: The Field Of Real Numbers
Problem 17E: Prove that if is a nonzero rational number and is irrational, then is irrational.
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