Solve the following systems of congruences. x≡2(mod 5)
Marvin Mccormick
Answered question
2020-10-28
Solve the following systems of congruences.
Answer & Explanation
Sadie Eaton
Skilled2020-10-29Added 104 answers
Formula used:
1) Theorem: System of congruences:
Let m and n be relatively prime and a and b integers. There exists an integer x that satisfies the system of congruences
Furthermore, any two solutions x and y are congruent modulo mn.
2) Theorem: Addition and Multiplication Properties:
If and x is any integer, then .
Explanation:
Consider the system of congruences
Since 5 and 8 are relatively prime, then .
Then, by using a theorem, there exists an integer x that satisfies the system of congruences.
From the first congruence for some integer k and substitute this expression for x into the second congruence.
By using addition property,
By using multiplication property,
By using multiplication property,
Since ,
Thus, satisfies the system and gives all solutions to the given system of congruences.