Math Problem Statement

10 sigma(n-1)^2 n=3

Solution

To solve the expression 10σ((n1)2)10 \cdot \sigma((n-1)^2) where n=3n = 3:

  1. First, substitute n=3n = 3 into the expression (n1)2(n-1)^2: (n1)2=(31)2=22=4(n-1)^2 = (3-1)^2 = 2^2 = 4

  2. Next, find the value of σ(4)\sigma(4), where σ(m)\sigma(m) represents the sum of the divisors of mm.

    The divisors of 4 are 1, 2, and 4. Therefore: σ(4)=1+2+4=7\sigma(4) = 1 + 2 + 4 = 7

  3. Finally, multiply this result by 10: 107=7010 \cdot 7 = 70

So, the final answer is 7070.

Would you like to delve into any specific steps, or do you have further questions?

Here are 5 related questions to consider:

  1. What is the sum of the divisors function σ(m)\sigma(m) for a prime number?
  2. How do you compute σ(n)\sigma(n) for a general positive integer nn?
  3. What is the value of 10σ((n1)2)10 \cdot \sigma((n-1)^2) when n=4n = 4?
  4. Can σ(n)\sigma(n) ever be greater than n2n^2?
  5. How does the divisor sum function σ(n)\sigma(n) relate to perfect numbers?

Tip: Remember that the divisor sum function σ(n)\sigma(n) plays a key role in number theory, especially in the study of perfect and abundant numbers.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Theory
Divisors
Sum of Divisors Function

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Advanced High School