Efficient Algebra Tips: My Personal Response

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The discussion focuses on simplifying the algebraic expression involving the Lorentz factor, gamma, and beta. A user seeks assistance in transforming the left-hand side (LHS) to match the right-hand side (RHS) of the equation. Clarifications about the correct representation of gamma and the factorization of the expression 1 - beta^2 are provided. Participants share tips on using LaTeX for better clarity in mathematical notation. The conversation highlights the collaborative effort to resolve algebraic frustrations.
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please see my own reply
 
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could someone help me out. how to get from the LHS to the RHS here:

\gamma (1 - \beta) \nu= \sqrt{\frac{1 - \beta}{1 + \beta}} \nu

where \gamma = \frac{1}{\sqrt{1 - \beta^{2}}}

thanks!

so frustrating, i can't get latex do what i want and editing doesn't work. ok that should of course be 1 over the sqrt of 1 - beta^2
 
iloveannaw said:
please see my own reply

It happens :-p

Remember you can write

1-\beta^2 = (1-\beta)(1+\beta)

EDIT: I see it changed again...will still work though.
 
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doh, i should have seen that - thank you!
 
Any time :smile:
 
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