Let n be any integer. Using a proof by cases, prove that n4 is either in the form of 5k or 5k+1 for some integer k.

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Chapter2: The Integers
Section2.3: Divisibility
Problem 26E: 26. Let be an integer. Prove that . (Hint: Consider two cases.)
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