Math Problem Statement

Soit n ∈ N*.Démontrer que si (n² − 1) n’est pas divisible par 8, alors n est pair.

Solution

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Number Theory
Divisibility
Parity (Even and Odd Numbers)
Contrapositive Proof

Formulas

n^2 - 1 = (2k + 1)^2 - 1 = 4(k^2 + k)
k^2 + k = k(k + 1)

Theorems

Properties of Consecutive Integers
Divisibility by 8 in Quadratic Forms

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 10-12