Prove that for any prime p > 5 there exist integers 1 :S a, b :S p - 1 for which (a/p) =

Chapter 9, Problem 15

(choose chapter or problem)

Prove that for any prime p > 5 there exist integers 1 :S a, b :S p - 1 for which (a/p) = (a+ 1 /p) = 1 and (b/p) = (b + 1 /p) = -1 that is, there are consecutive quadratic residues of p and consecutive nonresidues.

Unfortunately, we don't have that question answered yet. But you can get it answered in just 5 hours by Logging in or Becoming a subscriber.

Becoming a subscriber
Or look for another answer

×

Login

Login or Sign up for access to all of our study tools and educational content!

Forgot password?
Register Now

×

Register

Sign up for access to all content on our site!

Or login if you already have an account

×

Reset password

If you have an active account we’ll send you an e-mail for password recovery

Or login if you have your password back