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Proving: sqrt(x+b) - sqrt(x-a) >= sqrt(x+a) - sqrt(x-b)

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Simplifying a trigonometric binomial

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Solve for Theta in bsin30-85.7sin(theta)=0

  • Ry122
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Checking for Vector Subspace Equality in 4-Dimensional Space

  • Physicsissuef
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Perfect Square Polynomial: Finding (a+b) for P(x)=x^4+ax^3+bx^2-8x+1

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Finding a basis for vector spaces

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Simplifying Exponential Functions | Solving Equations

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What Is the Equation of a Line Inclined at 130 Degrees Through (0,2)?

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Calculating Line of Best Fit: Least Squares Method

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Finite Difference: Developing 2nd Order Fromms Scheme (Help)

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Find Quadratic Equation Given 1 Root: (2^(1/2)+1)

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How is this probability reasoning wrong?

  • samh
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Differentiation Help: Answers & Explanations

  • Dr Zoidburg
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Defining the Square Root: Why Do We Only Consider the Positive Number?

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Vector Cross Product: Perpendicular Vectors lV_1 x V_2l

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Continuous Random Variable question

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Normal Vector Equation for Plane with n=(2,-2,1) at Distance 5 from Origin

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Finding Local Maxima and Minima Points for a Cubic Function

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How do e^lnx and 8^log8x simplify to x?

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Solving a system of inequality

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Proving Sin(x)<=x<=Tan(x) for x Close to 0

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Quick Question: Write \frac{2\sqrt x+3}{x} in the Form 2x^p + 3x^q

  • _Mayday_
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Tips for Solving Half Angle Identities with Horizontal Shifts

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System of Equations: Solving for (x,y)

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Math 30 pure geometric series

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Possible Combinations with 2, 3, and 6: 3-Digit and 4-Digit Numbers

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Combinations Problem: Solving 12 Friends, 6 Movies Puzzle

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How Do You Convert a Matrix Equation into a System of Equations?

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Find Area of Triangle QLP & XYZ in Hexagon

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Solving Bill and Jill's Line Painting Problem

  • ritwik06
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Proving AD is congruent to AE: How to Use Triangle Congruence Proofs

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Finding Max & Min of r=2-2cos(\Theta)

  • Ashford
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Visualization of graphs in three dimention

  • mritunjay
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"Understanding the Period of a Function f{ax + b}

  • physixguru
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Limit Comparison Test for series

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Finding The area of part of a semi-circle.

  • BR24
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What Is the Significance of the Math Series X + 1 (1/x + 1/x^2 + 1/x^3 ...)?

  • David George
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Find union between the two of the solutions

  • Physicsissuef
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Fundamental trignometry problem

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Maths Exam in 3 Days: How to Revise Thoroughly

  • Learnphysics
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Rational expressions very simble, but hard for me

  • physicsed
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Calculate the width of the gutter where the depth is 6cms

  • Paulo2014
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Is the Trigonometric Equation {3}^{tg2x}*{3}^{ctg3x}=0 Solvable?

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Mastering Identities: Solving Tricky Problems in Pre-Cal 2

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Proof of Unit Circle: AE = Tan(\theta)

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How to calculate the time it takes for a tree to reach a certain height?

  • Paulo2014
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How many exchanges are needed to serve a city of 80,000 people?

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Finding the Ratio of Angles of Tree A & B

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Quadratic Equation - Solving for x

  • Larrytsai
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3rd degree exponential polynomial

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Sum Real x: Solving ((2^x)-4)^3 + ((4^x)-2)^3

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Solving Parametric Equations: x(t)=2t-1 & y(t)=t^2

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How Many Kilograms of Bananas Did the Zookeeper Buy?

  • Paulo2014
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Solving the Equation: (4/x)-(3/2x)=5

  • Paulo2014
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How long does it take the giraffe to weigh 85 kg?

  • Paulo2014
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Question on functions (absolute fns.)

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Find Where Y=cosx is Decreasing: -π to π

  • rocomath
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Solving for the Limit: lim x->0 (3/x^2 - 2/x^4)

  • caesius
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Another 3rd degree polynomial question

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Solving sin²x = 1/4 in Quadrants 2, 3, and 4

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What is the Equation in Fraction Form for Solving a Linear Equation?

  • Paulo2014
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Solve Equations using a Matrix

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What is the derivative of f(x)=-x^3+4x^2 at (-1,5) using the limit definition?

  • Precal_Chris
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Mastering Factoring 3rd Degree Polynomials: x^3+6x^2-12x+8=0

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Simplify the following formula with Gamma functions

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Find Derivative of f(x)= 1/(2x-4) Using Limit Definition

  • Precal_Chris
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Domain of y=sqrt(cosx): 1st & 4th Quadrant of Unit Circle

  • Calixto
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What is the e^At Problem for a 4x4 Matrix?

  • jahandideh
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Transform y = 5cos3x to y = cos3x + 6

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How Do You Determine the Minimum Value of a Quadratic Function?

  • Ewan_C
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Equations for Symmetric Lines in Triangle ABC

  • Physicsissuef
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A few quick questions with derivatives using limit def.

  • Precal_Chris
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Find Slope of Graph at (-1,3) with Limit Process

  • Precal_Chris
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Parallel Line Formula: Solving for y=kx+n with Point (-4,-5)

  • Physicsissuef
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Checkers game, getting the piece i've jumped overs location

  • Dave2041
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Solving Mistake in my Book: (b-a)^2/12

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How Does the Trapezium Rule Apply to Unequal Widths in Integration?

  • rock.freak667
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Convex Subsets of Ordered Sets: Interval or Ray in Topology?

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Linear Programming Problem - Help with Constraints Please

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How to Prove arctan(1/v) + arctan(v) Equals π/2 Using a Triangle?

  • Calixto
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How can I find a point that is equidistant from two non-parallel lines?

  • Physicsissuef
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What are the solutions to csc x + 2 = 0 for 0 <= x < 2 \pi?

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Linear Map f:R^2 to R^3 with Given Inputs (1,2) and (2,1)

  • Physicsissuef
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Matrices - Economics based question

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Finding unknown matrix a, when aB=C

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Refresh my memory , Inverse Trig

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Forgotten Fractions? Get Guidance Here!

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Prove that cos 20 is irrational

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Why Do Fundamental Trig Identities Confuse Me?

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Help looking for a printable chart/notes

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Solving the Crossed Ladder Problem

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Constructing a Piecewise Continuous Function at a Single Point

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How Does Daylight Vary by Month Using a Sinusoidal Function?

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Are the following functions? Give domain and range

  • ritwik06
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Need double check on Price Elasticity Please

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Solving Unusual Log Problem: Find x in ln(x+2)-ln(x+3)+ln(x)=1

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