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algebra intermediate
Problem
How many polynomials of the form are there with positive integer roots and
Solution
For this problem, we use the fact that the sum of the roots of the polynomial is and the product of the roots is
The positive factors of are Each of these sums are distinct. Hence, there are possible values for
The positive factors of are Each of these sums are distinct. Hence, there are possible values for
Final answer
3