Number Base Systems Equation
XAT 2013 · Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation · Hard · Number Systems
Consider the expression , where b is the base, and x is any digit of base b. Find the value of b:
- A.
5
- B.
6
- C.
7
- D.
8
- E.
None of the above
Answer
E
Explanation
. . Since , , so has no valid integer solution with . Thus, None of the above.
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