[Math] Show that 13 divides $2^{70}+3^{70}$

elementary-number-theory

Show that $13$ divides $2^{70} + 3^{70}$.

My main problem here is trying to figure out how to separate the two elements in the sum, and then use Fermat's little theorem. So how can I separate the two?

Thanks!

Best Answer

Okay, I'm on a little different wavelength so I'll turn my comment into an answer.. if $n$ is odd the polynomial $x + y$ divides $x^n + y^n$. So letting $x = 2^2, y = 3^2,$ and $n = 35$ you get that $13 = 2^2 + 3^2$ divides $2^{70} + 3^{70}$.

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