Proving the Equality of Two Complex Expressions Using Algebraic Manipulation

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The discussion focuses on proving the equality of two complex expressions involving algebraic manipulation. The initial approach involves simplifying the fraction by eliminating denominators and combining terms, but the user encounters difficulties in proceeding. Suggestions include checking for potential typos in the expressions and substituting variables to simplify the proof. Additionally, it is recommended to work with the reciprocal of the expression to streamline the process. The conversation emphasizes the importance of clarity and strategic manipulation in tackling the proof.
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Homework Statement


I have to prove that the expression

$$\frac{\omega C - \frac{1}{\omega L}}{\omega C - \frac{1}{\omega L} + \omega L - \frac{1}{\omega C}}$$

is equal to

$$\frac{1}{3-( (\frac{\omega_r}{\omega})^2 + (\frac{\omega}{\omega_r})^2)}$$

where ##\omega_r= \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}##

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3. The Attempt at a Solution [/B]

What I started to do was to get rid of the denominators in the fraction and put everything together

$$\frac{\omega^2C^2L-C}{\omega^2C^2L-C+\omega^2CL^2-L}$$

Then I divided the denominator by the numerator

$$\frac{1}{1+\frac{\omega^2CL^2-L}{\omega^2C^2L-C}}$$

And I'm kind of stuck now. Can someone give an hint on how should I proceed next?
Or is there any easier way to start the proof? I'm just looking for a hint, thanks.
 
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Granger said:

Homework Statement


I have to prove that the expression

$$\frac{\omega C - \frac{1}{\omega L}}{\omega C - \frac{1}{\omega L} + \omega L - \frac{1}{\omega C}}$$

is equal to

$$\frac{1}{3-( (\frac{\omega_r}{\omega})^2 + (\frac{\omega}{\omega_r})^2)}$$

where $\omega_r= \frac{1}{\sqrt{LC}}$

Homework Equations


3. The Attempt at a Solution [/B]

What I started to do was to get rid of the denominators in the fraction and put everything together

$\frac{\omega^2C^2L-C}{\omega^2C^2L-C+\omega^2CL^2-L}$

Then I divided the denominator by the numerator

$\frac{1}{1+\frac{\omega^2CL^2-L}{\omega^2C^2L-C}}$

And I'm kind of stuck now. Can someone give an hint on how should I proceed next?
Or is there any easier way to start the proof? I'm just looking for a hint, thanks.

You could start by checking for a typo in the expressions you gave. If you put ##L=C=1## you can easily see that they aren't equal.
 
First of all, get rid of L and C in favour of ##\omega_r## as soon as possible. It will save you a lot of writing and make your goal clearer. Second, your desired expression has a 3 in the denominator and you have a 1. How can you compensate for this?

I also suggest working with the reciprocal of your expression. It will save you having to write the expression as a quotient.
 
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