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Finite Math Examples
Step 1
Set equal to .
Step 2
Step 2.1
Simplify the left side.
Step 2.1.1
Simplify .
Step 2.1.1.1
Convert to an improper fraction.
Step 2.1.1.1.1
A mixed number is an addition of its whole and fractional parts.
Step 2.1.1.1.2
Add and .
Step 2.1.1.1.2.1
To write as a fraction with a common denominator, multiply by .
Step 2.1.1.1.2.2
Combine and .
Step 2.1.1.1.2.3
Combine the numerators over the common denominator.
Step 2.1.1.1.2.4
Simplify the numerator.
Step 2.1.1.1.2.4.1
Multiply by .
Step 2.1.1.1.2.4.2
Add and .
Step 2.1.1.2
is approximately which is positive so remove the absolute value
Step 2.2
Set the numerator equal to zero.
Step 2.3
Since , there are no solutions.
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