Are My Algebra Answers Correct? Quick Review Needed!

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The discussion revolves around verifying the correctness of algebraic answers provided by a participant. The scope includes mathematical reasoning and problem-solving related to algebraic equations and logarithmic functions.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant presents a series of algebraic answers and requests verification.
  • Another participant confirms that the first, third, and fourth answers are correct but notes a discrepancy in the fourth answer, suggesting it should be rounded to -0.127.
  • The second participant points out a potential error in the third answer related to a minus sign.
  • Mathematical expressions are provided to clarify the transposition of the logarithmic equation.

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There is partial agreement on some answers, but discrepancies exist regarding the fourth answer and the handling of the third answer. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the exact correctness of all answers.

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Limitations include potential rounding differences and the need for clarification on the handling of signs in the equations presented.

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I have attempted the questions in the attached sheet could someone check if the answers are correct.

View attachment 1985

1. + = 1.28
- = -0.69

2. Transposed to

t = ln (P/Po) -5 / 1.2

t= -3.18

3. x = 0
x = 2.5

4. t= -0.125
s= 10.7

Thanks
 

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John Robbo said:
I have attempted the questions in the attached sheet could someone check if the answers are correct.

View attachment 1985

1. + = 1.28
- = -0.69

2. Transposed to

t = ln (P/Po) -5 / 1.2

t= -3.18

3. x = 0
x = 2.5

4. t= -0.125
s= 10.7

Thanks

Hi John Robbo, :)

Welcome to MHB! :)

The first and third and fourth answers are correct. For the fourth answer I get \(t=-0.127\) when rounded to three decimal places.

In the third answer you have messed up with a minus sign. :)

\[p=p_0 e^{5-1.2t}\]

\[\Rightarrow \ln\left(\frac{p}{p_0}\right)=5-1.2t\]

\[\Rightarrow t=\frac{1}{1.2}\left(5-\ln\left(\frac{p}{p_0}\right)\right)\]

which gives you, $t=3.18$.
 
sudharaka thanks for your help understand where I went wrong
 
John Robbo said:
sudharaka thanks for your help understand where I went wrong

You are welcome. :)
 

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