MathDB
x^6 - 100x+1 = 0 (II Soros Olympiad 1995-96 R2 11.4)

Source:

June 3, 2024
algebrapolynomial

Problem Statement

Prove that the equation x6āˆ’100x+1=0x^6 - 100x+1 = 0 has two roots, and both of these roots are positive. a) Find the first non-zero digit in the decimal notation of the lesser root of this equation. b) Find the first two non-zero digits in the decimal notation of the lesser root of this equation.