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#1 2007-09-15 01:37:40

Jitse
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Basic Algebra Question

My question is very simply, but I just need some refreshment with these things.

I'd do:


But then I encounter a problem, how do I get that first fraction to the other side properly? (It's a long time ago I used decent algebra.) I know the solution should be:

Thanks in advance

#2 2007-09-15 02:07:55

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Re: Basic Algebra Question

You have to make the bases equal. When you do, the exponents will also be equal.




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#3 2007-09-15 02:18:51

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Re: Basic Algebra Question

Omg, yes of course. Thanks. smile

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