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Compare them (Posted on 2018-09-08)

Two positive distinct numbers fulfill the equation b^a- a^b=1

Which is larger:a or b?

For what (x,y) couple are both terms i.e x^y and y^x equal?

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re(2): proposed solution

| Comment 4 of 7 |

(In reply to re: proposed solution by Charlie)

Also for integer solutions 2^1 - 1^2 = 1, again b>a.

Posted by Jer on 2018-09-08 17:24:45

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