Can You Isolate Tc in a Transcendental Equation?

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The discussion centers on isolating the variable Tc in the transcendental equation ln p(t) = A + (B(Tc - T)^m)[1 + C*cos(w*log(Tc - T) + d)]. It is established that an explicit expression for Tc cannot be derived due to the nature of transcendental equations. Participants emphasize the limitations of algebraic manipulation in such cases, confirming that no straightforward identity exists for this purpose.

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Hey,

I am trying to find a way to isolate the variable Tc in the following equation:

ln p(t) = A + (B(Tc - T)^m)[1 + C*cos(w*log(Tc - T) + d)]

I believe that there is a way to solve for Tc, probably using an identity that I have not been able to find.

Thanks for the help
 
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Forget it.

This is a trancendental equation; you cannot find an explicit expression for Tc
 

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