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Even and odd powers (Posted on 2005-02-09)

Let [z] mean the Greatest Integer less than or equal to z. Find a positive real number X, such that [X^n] is an even number whenever n is even, and [X^n] is an odd number whenever n is odd.

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re: Solution without full spoiler

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(In reply to Solution without full spoiler by SteveH)

Yes! Excellent problem and partial credit to all who participated!

Posted by Steve Herman on 2005-03-10 18:14:18

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