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If x and y are two distinct integers and n is a natural number then xn-yn is divisible by
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Options:
  • A x2-y2
  • B x+y
  • C x-y
  • D None of these
Solution:
1392 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: x-y
Pn:xn-yn where nN

Then, P1 :x-y is divisible x-y

P2:x2-y2 is divisible x-y

P3:x3-y3 is divisible x-y

Hence xn-yn is divisible x-y

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