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Let A=2126211332 and P=120502715. The sum of the prime factors of P-1AP-2I is equal to
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Options:
  • A 26
  • B 27
  • C 66
  • D 23
Solution:
1115 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: 26

Let, y=P-1AP-2I

y=P-1AP-2P-1P

y=P-1I( A-2I)P

y=P-1I|A-2I||P|

We know that, A=1A-1.

y=|A-2I|

y=2126211332-200020002

y=0126011330

y=0-0-33+218-0

y=69

Now, prime factor of 69 is 3 and 23.

So, sum =26

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