Transcendental equations cannot be solved exactly by computers; they can only provide approximate solutions. An algebraic equation is defined by operations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and nth roots, while transcendental equations do not conform to these operations. The discussion highlights that even algebraic equations often do not yield finite binary expansions, which are necessary for precise computer outputs. Thus, both types of equations present challenges for computational solutions.
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