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\sqrt{\frac{9n - 1}{n + 7}} is rational

Source: New Zealand NZMOC Camp Selection Problems 2010 Seniors 5

September 18, 2021

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Problem Statement

Determine the values of the positive integer

n

for which

A =\sqrt{\frac{9n - 1}{n + 7}}

is rational.