Solve Fraction Expansion: Find A & B

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The discussion focuses on solving the equation \(\frac{1}{(c^2a_{11}a_{22}-c^2a_{12}a_{21})} = \frac{1}{A} + \frac{1}{B}\) to find the variables A and B. Participants highlight that with one equation and two variables, multiple solutions exist unless specific constraints are applied to A and B. The suggestion to set A equal to a constant k is presented as a method to explore potential solutions. The conversation emphasizes the need for domain restrictions to narrow down the possibilities for A and B.

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[tex]\frac{1}{(c^2a_{11}a_{22}-c^2a_{12}a_{21})} = \frac{1}{A} + \frac{1}{B}[/tex]

anyone know how to solve for A and B?
 
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two variables
1 equation
hence many solutions are possible just by setting A = k
unless u are restricting the domains of A and B ...

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