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Task

Complexity – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

A natural number n is called good if each of the numbers n, n + 1, n + 2 and n + 3 is divisible by the sum of its digits. (For example, n = 60398 is good.)
Does a good number ending in 8 necessarily have a 9 as the penultimate digit?

By the way, a number that is divisible by the sum of its digits is called a Harshad number.

Source: Vseross., 2001.
Task

Difficulty – ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Three digits were written to the right of the natural number A. The resulting number turned out to be equal to the sum of all natural numbers from 1 to A. Find A.

Source: Vseross., 1999.
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Main course (M6G)
Lesson 1.2: Whole numbers

In this lesson you will find out about some essential integer properties like: commutative, associative. Also, we represent integers on the coordinate axis here.

Remember, each lesson builds on the previous ones, so I recommend studying them sequentially.

Write your questions in the comments, I will be happy to answer 🤓
Use of math

Structural Analysis - the prediction of the response of structures to specified arbitrary external loads. Engineers use mathematical concepts to analyze the strength and stability of structures. They apply principles of statics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis to calculate forces, stresses, and deformations in buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure.

During the preliminary structural design stage, a structure's potential external load is estimated, and the size of the structure's interconnected members are determined based on the estimated loads.
Interesting facts (Integers)

1. Zero (0) is the only integer that is neither positive nor negative. It is an essential concept in mathematics and plays a crucial role in many operations.

2. Every integer greater than 0 can be expressed as the sum of consecutive positive integers. For example, 15 can be expressed as 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5.

3. The sum of any two even numbers is always even, and the sum of any two odd numbers is always even. However, the sum of an even number and an odd number is always odd. (If we speak about whole numbers)

4. Integers are closed under addition and multiplication. This means that if you add or multiply two integers, the result will always be an integer.
What digit does the number end with?
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"Do not worry too much about your difficulty in mathematics, I can assure you that mine are still greater." — Albert Einstein
Mathematics has a wide range of applications across various fields. Some notable areas where math is extensively applied include:

Science and Engineering: Mathematics plays a fundamental role in physics, chemistry, biology, and engineering disciplines. It provides the language and tools for modeling and understanding natural phenomena, analyzing data, and solving complex problems.

Finance and Economics: Math is crucial in the fields of finance, economics, and accounting. It is used for financial modeling, risk analysis, optimization, portfolio management, and economic forecasting.

Computer Science: Mathematics forms the foundation of computer science and is essential for algorithms, cryptography, data structures, artificial intelligence, computer graphics, and computational modeling.

Statistics: Statistics relies heavily on mathematical concepts and methods for data analysis, hypothesis testing, probability theory, regression analysis, sampling techniques, and experimental design.

Cryptography and Information Security: Mathematical principles are vital in cryptography and information security to ensure secure communication, encryption algorithms, digital signatures, and data protection.

Operations Research: Mathematics is extensively used in operations research to optimize complex systems and decision-making processes. It helps find optimal solutions to problems in logistics, supply chain management, resource allocation, and transportation.

Physical and Social Sciences: Mathematics provides quantitative tools for analyzing and modeling phenomena in various scientific disciplines, including astronomy, geophysics, psychology, sociology, and environmental science.

Medicine and Healthcare: Math is applied in medical imaging, biomedical research, epidemiology, medical statistics, pharmacokinetics, and medical modeling for diagnostic and treatment purposes.

Architecture and Design: Mathematical principles, such as geometry and calculus, are utilized in architectural design, structural engineering, computer-aided design, and three-dimensional modeling.

Communication and Signal Processing: Mathematics is crucial in signal processing, telecommunications, data compression, image processing, and information theory for efficient transmission and storage of digital data.
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Rational numbers.pdf
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Main course (M6G)
Lesson 1.3: Rational numbers

In this lesson you will find out about some rational numbers. Comparison of them, laws of addition and multiplication. We'll find out image of a rational number on the coordinate axis. And a few words about equations.

Remember, each lesson builds on the previous ones, so I recommend studying them sequentially.

Write your questions in the comments, I will be happy to answer 🤓
Quote

"Mathematics knows no races or geographic boundaries; for mathematics, the cultural world is one country." — David Hilbert
Task

Difficulty – ⭐️⭐️

Prove that the sum of the squares of three consecutive natural numbers
numbers are not an exact square.

Source: Algebra 10, Pratusevich M. Y.
What the difference between these definitions of rational numbers?

First:

m/n is a rational number, where m is an integer and n is a positive number.

Second:

m/n is a rational number, where m is an integer and n is non-zero integer.

The definition that restricts the denominator to be a positive number (m/n, where m is an integer and n is a positive number) can be advantageous in certain situations. It ensures that every rational number has a unique representation, simplifies ordering and arithmetic operations, and aligns with the commonly used representation of fractions. It may be particularly useful in elementary mathematics education or contexts where simplicity and ease of computation are prioritized.

On the other hand, the definition that allows the denominator to be any non-zero integer (m/n, where m is an integer and n is a non-zero integer) has its own advantages. It includes both positive and negative fractions, which can be important in various mathematical contexts, such as algebraic manipulations, number theory, or solving equations involving rational numbers. It preserves the symmetry between positive and negative fractions, providing a more comprehensive view of rational numbers.

Ultimately, the choice of definition depends on the specific requirements and objectives of the mathematical framework or problem being addressed. Both definitions are valid and serve their respective purposes effectively in different mathematical contexts.
Math From Zero
Task Difficulty – ⭐️⭐️ Prove that the sum of the squares of three consecutive natural numbers numbers are not an exact square. Source: Algebra 10, Pratusevich M. Y.
Solution

The sum of the squares of three consecutive integers gives a remainder of 2 when divided by 3 (one of these numbers is divisible by 3, the squares of the remaining numbers give a remainder of 1 when divided by 3), which the squares of numbers when divided by 3 cannot give.
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Task

Difficulty – ⭐️⭐️⭐️

A natural number n is such that (n + 1) | 8. Prove that the sum of all natural divisors of n is also divisible by 8.

Source: Algebra 10, Pratusevich M. Y.
Theorem of the day

Mean value theorem
(Rolle's theorem). This theorem is of great importance in the analysis of functions and is related to the behavior of quadratic functions on a given interval.

Statement of the theorem:
Let the function f(x) be continuous on a closed interval [a, b] and differentiable on an open interval (a, b). If f(a) = f(b), then there is a point c inside the interval (a, b) such that f'(c) = 0.

Rolle's theorem is an important tool for the analysis of quadratic functions and other functions, as it allows you to find extremum points or other singular points on the graph of a function. This theorem also applies to other types of functions, not just quadratic ones.

From a geometric point of view, the theorem states that if the ordinates of both ends of a smooth curve are equal, then there is a point on the curve at which the tangent to the curve is parallel to the abscissa axis.

The mechanical meaning of the theorem is that the body, returning to the starting point, at some point in the course of its motion had zero speed.

The proof of Rolle's Theorem is based on the application of Fermat's theorem, which states that if a function has a local extremum within an interval, then the derivative of the function at that point is equal to zero. Let's look at the proof:

Let the function f(x) be continuous on a closed interval [a, b] and differentiable on an open interval (a, b). Suppose f(a) = f(b). Consider two cases:

Case 1: If f(x) is constant over the entire interval [a, b], then the derivative of f'(x) is zero over the entire interval (a, b). Thus, Rolle's theorem holds because there is a point c inside the interval (a, b) where f'(c) = 0.

Case 2: If f(x) is not constant on the interval [a, b], then it must have extremes (maxima or minima) within this interval. Consider the case of a minimum. Let the point x = c be the minimum point of the function f(x) on the interval [a, b]. Since f(x) is continuous on [a, b] and differentiable on (a, b), Fermat's Theorem guarantees that f'(c) = 0.

Thus, in both cases we get that there is a point c inside the interval (a, b) where f'(c) = 0. This proves Rolle's Theorem.
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Drawing for Rolle's Theorem
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History of mathematics

Évariste Galois
was born on October 25, 1811 in France. He began to show mathematical talent from an early age and already in his teens he made a number of important discoveries in the field of algebra and number theory. However, his genius was not fully recognized during his lifetime, and he ran into problems in an educational system that was oriented towards more classical and established mathematical methods.

Galois developed the concept of the group, which has become one of the central themes of modern algebra. He also developed field theory, which is of great importance for algebra and mathematics in general. In his work, Galois studied the properties of algebraic extensions and found a way to classify them using groups.

Despite his significant mathematical achievements, Galois's life was short and tragic. At the age of only 20, on May 30, 1832, Galois died in a duel. A conflict between Galois and another mathematician named Charles Hermite led to a challenge to a duel. Some sources state that the duel was due to political differences, while others attribute it to professional jealousy and distrust of Galois's mathematical discoveries.

Galois's death was a great loss to the mathematical community. He passed away early in his career, and many of his ideas and discoveries were realized and appreciated only after his death. Currently, the legacy of Evariste Galois continues to have a huge impact on the development of algebra and mathematics in general.
Evariste Galois at the age of 15. Pencil portrait from nature.
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