Math Problem Statement

a positive integer when divided by q leaves remainder 21 when double that number is divided by q the remainder is 13 then q is

Solution

Let's solve the problem step by step.

Let the positive integer be nn, and let qq be the divisor.

  1. The first condition is that when nn is divided by qq, the remainder is 21: n=kq+21n = kq + 21 for some integer kk.

  2. The second condition is that when 2n2n is divided by qq, the remainder is 13: 2n=mq+132n = mq + 13 for some integer mm.

Substituting n=kq+21n = kq + 21 into 2n2n, we get: 2n=2(kq+21)=2kq+422n = 2(kq + 21) = 2kq + 42 When 2n2n is divided by qq, the remainder is 13, so: 2kq+4213(modq)2kq + 42 \equiv 13 \pmod{q} This simplifies to: 4213(modq)42 \equiv 13 \pmod{q} Subtracting 13 from both sides: 290(modq)29 \equiv 0 \pmod{q} This implies q=29q = 29.

Thus, the value of qq is 29.

Would you like more details or have any questions?

Here are some related questions:

  1. What is the general method for solving remainder problems in modular arithmetic?
  2. Can you find other integer values for qq that satisfy similar conditions?
  3. How can you determine the value of nn given qq?
  4. What is the significance of modulus in division problems?
  5. How would the problem change if the remainder for 2n2n was larger than qq?

Tip: When solving problems involving remainders, consider using modular arithmetic to simplify calculations and find patterns.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Modular Arithmetic
Number Theory

Formulas

Modular congruences

Theorems

Chinese Remainder Theorem

Suitable Grade Level

High School