Solving $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ with Positive Integers

In summary, the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ is a Diophantine equation involving three variables and their respective cubes. It has practical applications in fields such as cryptography and number theory. It is possible to find solutions to this equation with positive integers, and it can be solved using techniques such as algebraic manipulation, number theory, and computer algorithms. There are restrictions on the values of x, y, and z for the equation to have positive integer solutions, and it has various real-world applications in cryptography, number theory, and other areas of mathematics.
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Find all solutions in positive integers $z<y<x$ to the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$.
 
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anemone said:
Find all solutions in positive integers $z<y<x$ to the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$.

first let us find upper bound for x

even if x = y = z we get $3x^3= (3x)^2 = 9x^2$ or x = 3

for lower bound as z < y < x so minimum value of x = 3

so we get x = 3, y = 2 and z = 1 is the only case and check that it satisfies the condition

as $3^3+2^3+1^3 = (3+2+1)^3 = 36$ so this is the solution

hence

$(x,y,z) = (3,2,1)$
 
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Very well done, Kali! Thanks for participating too!:)
 

FAQ: Solving $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ with Positive Integers

What is the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ and why is it important?

The equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ is a mathematical equation that involves three variables, x, y, and z, and their respective cubes. It is important because it is an example of a Diophantine equation, which is a type of equation that involves integer solutions. Diophantine equations have been studied for centuries and have practical applications in fields such as cryptography and number theory.

Is it possible to find a solution to $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ with positive integers?

Yes, it is possible to find a solution to $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ with positive integers. In fact, there are infinitely many solutions to this equation. One example of a solution is x=1, y=2, and z=3, which can be verified by plugging in these values into the equation.

How can the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ be solved?

The equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ can be solved using various techniques, such as algebraic manipulation, number theory, and computer algorithms. One possible approach is to rewrite the equation as $x^3+y^3+z^3-3xyz=0$ and use techniques from number theory, such as the method of infinite descent, to find solutions. Another approach is to use computer algorithms, such as the elliptic curve method, to find solutions.

Are there any restrictions on the values of x, y, and z in the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$?

Yes, there are some restrictions on the values of x, y, and z in the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$. For the equation to have positive integer solutions, x, y, and z must be positive integers and at least one of them must be odd. Additionally, there are certain conditions that must be met for the equation to have infinitely many solutions, such as the values of x, y, and z being pairwise coprime.

What are some real-world applications of the equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$?

The equation $x^3+y^3+z^3=(x+y+z)^2$ has various real-world applications, such as in cryptography, where it is used to generate secure encryption keys. It is also used in number theory, where it is studied as an example of a Diophantine equation. Additionally, the equation has connections to other areas of mathematics, such as algebraic geometry and elliptic curves, which have important applications in modern cryptography and coding theory.

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