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Real root of x^5+x=10 is irrational

Source: ISI (BS) 2008 #7

April 15, 2012
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Problem Statement

Consider the equation x5+x=10x^5+x=10. Show that (a) the equation has only one real root; (b) this root lies between 11 and 22; (c) this root must be irrational.