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Let a and b be integers such that the polynomial
x^4 + ax^3 + bx^2 + ax + 1 = 0
has four distinct positive real roots.  Find the smallest possible value of a + b.

 Oct 29, 2024
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The answer is 25.

 Oct 30, 2024

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