How do you solve in terms of y 4x^2-2xy+3y^2=2

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In summary, the problem involves a quadratic equation with different variables and coefficients. To solve for either y or x, it is necessary to view the equation as a quadratic with the corresponding variable as the dependent variable. The constant term can be incorporated into the coefficient term.
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4x^2-2xy=2-3y^2
x(4x-2y)=2-3y^2 then I'm stuck[/B]
 
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View the equation as a quadratic ##ay^2+by+c=0## with ##a=3, b=-2x, c=4x^2##, that is if you want to find ##y=f(x)##.
if you want to find ##x=f(y)## then view it as a quadratic ##ax^2+bx+c=0## with ##a=4,b=-2y, c=3y^2##.
 
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What do I do with the 2 at the end of the original equation?
 
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JKCB said:

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4x^2-2xy=2-3y^2
x(4x-2y)=2-3y^2 then I'm stuck[/B]
Please include a complete statement of your problem in the text of the post itself, no matter what you state in the title.
 
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JKCB said:
What do I do with the 2 at the end of the original equation?

Ah yes sorry, I thought it was =0, just incorporate 2 inside c, so ##c=4x^2-2## (or ##c=3y^2-2##)
 
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Ah! Well that's going to be fun! Thank you so much!
 

1. How do you solve for y in terms of x?

To solve for y in terms of x, we need to rearrange the given equation so that y is on one side and all other terms are on the other side. This can be done by using algebraic operations such as factoring, completing the square, or using the quadratic formula.

2. What are the steps to solve this equation for y?

The steps to solve this equation for y are as follows:
1. Move all terms containing y to one side of the equation.
2. Factor out y from the remaining terms.
3. Divide both sides by the remaining coefficient of y.
4. Simplify if necessary to get y on one side and all other terms on the other side.

3. Can this equation be solved for y without using the quadratic formula?

Yes, this equation can be solved for y without using the quadratic formula. It can be solved by factoring or completing the square. However, the quadratic formula is another method that can always be used to solve any quadratic equation.

4. Are there multiple solutions for y in this equation?

Yes, there are generally two solutions for y in a quadratic equation. However, in some cases, there may be only one solution or no real solutions at all.

5. Is it necessary to solve for y in this equation?

No, it is not always necessary to solve for y in this equation. Depending on the purpose, the equation may be used as it is or manipulated further to achieve a desired result without solving for y.

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