Solve for integer solutions

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In summary, integer solutions are whole numbers, both positive and negative, that satisfy a given mathematical equation or problem. To solve for integer solutions, algebraic techniques such as substitution, elimination, and factoring are typically used. Multiple integer solutions can exist for a single equation, and there are no specific rules for finding them. In real-life situations, integer solutions can be applied in various scenarios, such as calculating quantities or determining time frames.
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Determine all integer pairs of solutions for $(a,\,b)$ such that $\sqrt{a-\sqrt{b}}+ \sqrt{a+\sqrt{b}}=\sqrt{ab}$.
 
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Determine all integer pairs of solutions for $(a,\,b)$ such that $\sqrt{a-\sqrt{b}}+ \sqrt{a+\sqrt{b}}=\sqrt{ab}$.

square both sides to get$2a+2\sqrt{a^2-b} = ab$
or
$2\sqrt{a^2-b} = ab-2a$
square both sides to get
$4(a^2-b) = a^2b^2-4a^2b+4a^2$
or $a^2b^2= 4a^2b - 4b$
so $b=0$ or $b= 4- \frac{4}{a^2}$
b= 0 => a = 0
$b= 4- \frac{4}{a^2}$
gives a = 1 or 2
a = 1 gives b=0 this gives rise to contradiction
a= 2 gives b = 3 and this is the solution
so $(a,b) = (0,0)$ or $(2,3)$
it can be checked that $(a,b) = (2,3)$ is a solution by taking square root and adding. I have done the same
 
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kaliprasad said:
square both sides to get$2a+2\sqrt{a^2-b} = ab$
or
$2\sqrt{a^2-b} = ab-2a$
square both sides to get
$4(a^2-b) = a^2b^2-4a^2b+4a^2$
or $a^2b^2= 4a^2b - 4b$
so $b=0$ or $b= 4- \frac{4}{a^2}$
b= 0 => a = 0
$b= 4- \frac{4}{a^2}$
gives a = 1 or 2
a = 1 gives b=0 this gives rise to contradiction
a= 2 gives b = 3 and this is the solution
so $(a,b) = (0,0)$ or $(2,3)$
it can be checked that $(a,b) = (2,3)$ is a solution by taking square root and adding. I have done the same

Thanks for participating, kaliprasad and for your solution!

My solution:
Squaring two times the given equality, we get $a^2((b-2)^2-4)+4b=0$, since $b≥0$, this implies $((b-2)^2-4)≤0$, solving it for $b$ we get $0≤b≤4$, and we get $(a,\,b)=(0,\,0)$ and $(2,\,3)$.
 

FAQ: Solve for integer solutions

1. What are integer solutions?

Integer solutions refer to the set of whole numbers, both positive and negative, that satisfy a given mathematical equation or problem.

2. How do you solve for integer solutions?

To solve for integer solutions, you need to determine the values of the variables that make the equation or problem true. This typically involves using algebraic techniques such as substitution, elimination, and factoring.

3. Can there be multiple integer solutions for a single equation?

Yes, there can be multiple integer solutions for a single equation. For example, the equation 2x + 4 = 10 has two integer solutions: x = 3 and x = -1.

4. Are there any special rules for finding integer solutions?

There are no specific rules for finding integer solutions, but it is important to pay attention to the properties of integers, such as the fact that multiplying two negative integers results in a positive integer.

5. How can integer solutions be applied in real-life situations?

Integer solutions can be used in a variety of real-life situations, such as calculating the number of people needed to fill a certain number of seats, determining the number of tiles needed to cover a floor, or finding the number of days it will take to save a certain amount of money.

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