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algebra intermediate

Problem

How many distinct four-tuples of rational numbers are there with
Solution
The given equation is equivalent to Express , , and as simplified fractions and let be the least common multiple of their denominators. It follows that Since the exponents are all integers, the Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic implies that Hence the only solution is , and the answer is .
Final answer
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