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when differentiating, we multiply the power by the coefficient and then take the power away by 1 so : y= 4x^3 + 3x^2 -5x +1 then 4 x 3= 12 and 3-1 = 2 meaning the solution is 12x^2. 2 x 3 = 6 and 2-1 = 1 ...

Taking the log of both sides we get 5x * ln2 = (2x+1) * ln3.
Taking everything that contains x to the left side: x * (5ln2 - 2ln3) = ln3.
Therefore x=ln3/(5ln2 - 2ln3)
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divide fraction by 2

3x+2 / x-1  + 3 = 4

multiply by x-1

3x + 2 + 3x - 3 = 4x - 4

6x -1 = 4x -4

2x = -3

x= -3/2

This problem is a graphical representation of finding the solutions to a pair of simultaneous equations.

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Quadratic equations can be tricky, to begin with, but once you get the hang of them they can become one of the best maths tools on offer to you. All quadratic equations with real roots can be solved with ...