2024 AMC 10B Problems/Problem 13

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Problem

Positive integers $x$ and $y$ satisfy the equation $\sqrtx + \sqrty = \sqrt{1183}$ (Error compiling LaTeX. Unknown error_msg). What is the minimum possible value of $x+y$.

$\textbf{(A) } 585 \qquad\textbf{(B) } 595 \qquad\textbf{(C) } 623 \qquad\textbf{(D) } 700 \qquad\textbf{(E) } 791$

Solution 1

(Not yet conclusive plz add more stuff) $\sqrt{1183} = 13 \sqrt7 = 6\sqrt7 + 7\sqrt7 = \sqrt{252} + \sqrt{343}$. $252 + 343 = \boxed{\textbf{(B) }595}$

See also

2024 AMC 10B (ProblemsAnswer KeyResources)
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Problem 12
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Problem 14
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