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Problem 366

AMC 12 late, AIME early
Algebra Difficulty 4.7 Find the answer

5. Let P=22019+122020+1,Q=22020+122021+1P=\frac{2^{2019}+1}{2^{2020}+1}, Q=\frac{2^{2020}+1}{2^{2021}+1}, then the relationship between PP and QQ is ( ).
A. P>QP>Q
B. P<QP<Q
C. P=QP=Q
D. Cannot be determined

This one wants a proof. Work it on paper, read the official solution, then mark yourself honestly — the ladder only means something if the record is true.

Official solution

Answer: A

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