Which of the following is NOT a factor of 12\(^{4}\) - 5\(^{4}\)?
A
7
B
13
C
17
D
49
E
169
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
124 - 54 = (122)2 - (52)2
= (122 + 52) x (122 - 52)
(144 + 25)(144 - 25)
= (169)(119)
Factors of above 169, 17, 13, 7
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #32608)