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| − | + | We can use the fact that <math>n+1</math> must be prime to eliminate answer choices as possible values of <math>n</math>. <math>A</math>, <math>C</math>, and <math>E</math> don't work because <math>n+1</math> is even, and <math>D</math> does not work since <math>999</math> is divisible by <math>9</math>. Thus, the only correct answer is <math>996 \implies \boxed{\textbf{(B)}}</math>. | |
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Revision as of 15:47, 12 February 2019
Problem
What is the greatest three-digit positive integer 
for which the sum of the first positive integers is 
a divisor of the product of the first positive integers?
Solutions
Solution 1
Because the sum of positive integers is 
, and we want this to not be a divisor of the 
, 
must be prime. The greatest three-digit integer that is prime is 
. Subtract 
to get 
-Lcz
Solution 2
We can use the fact that must be prime to eliminate answer choices as possible values of . 
, 
, and 
don't work because is even, and 
does not work since 
is divisible by 
. Thus, the only correct answer is 
.
See Also
| 2019 AMC 10A (Problems • Answer Key • Resources) | ||
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