Maths Olympiad Prep

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Problem 931

AIME late
Number theory Difficulty 5.8 Prove it

15. Prove: x4+y2=z4x^{4}+y^{2}=z^{4} has no solution for xyz0x y z \neq 0.

This one wants a proof. Work it on paper, then read the official solution and mark yourself. Be honest about it: the record is only any use to you if it is.

Official solution

15. Prove by imitating Theorem 4.

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