Math Problem Statement

Which of the following values of b make the given congruence relation true?    1≡b( mod 7)

Select the correct answer below:

6

14

13

15

Solution

To solve the congruence relation 1bmod71 \equiv b \mod{7}, we need to find values of bb such that when bb is divided by 7, it leaves a remainder of 1.

Let's check each option:

  1. For b=6b = 6: 6mod7=6(Not 1)6 \mod 7 = 6 \quad (\text{Not } 1)

  2. For b=14b = 14: 14mod7=0(Not 1)14 \mod 7 = 0 \quad (\text{Not } 1)

  3. For b=13b = 13: 13mod7=6(Not 1)13 \mod 7 = 6 \quad (\text{Not } 1)

  4. For b=15b = 15: 15mod7=1(This is 1)15 \mod 7 = 1 \quad (\text{This is } 1)

Thus, the correct value of bb that makes the congruence true is 15.

If you have any questions or need further details, let me know! Here are some related questions you might consider:

  1. What is the general form of solutions to 1bmod71 \equiv b \mod{7}?
  2. How do you determine if a number is congruent to another modulo nn?
  3. Can you provide examples of other congruences involving different moduli?
  4. What happens to congruence relations if the modulus is changed?
  5. How do you solve more complex modular equations?

Tip: To quickly check congruences, always compute the modulo operation to see if the remainders match.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Modular Arithmetic
Congruences

Formulas

a ≡ b (mod n)

Theorems

Properties of congruences

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8