What Does K Equal in the Equation 0.571 = 1-k/(1-0.647k)?

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The discussion revolves around an equation involving a variable K, specifically 0.571 = 1 - k/(1 - 0.647k). Participants are attempting to understand how to isolate K and solve the equation, which is situated within a calculus context.

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  • The original poster attempts to isolate K but expresses difficulty in doing so. Some participants question the clarity of the equation and suggest that it may not require simultaneous equations for a solution. Others inquire about the relevance of the problem to calculus.

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The discussion is ongoing, with some participants providing feedback on the clarity of the equation and the approach taken by the original poster. There is no explicit consensus on the method to solve the equation, and multiple interpretations of the equation's structure are being explored.

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Participants note the need for clearer notation in the equation and question the appropriateness of the forum category for this problem. There is an indication that the original poster may have misunderstood the requirements for solving the equation.

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Homework Statement



If 0.571 = 1-k/1-0.647k

What does K equal?

(ans K = 0.681)

2. The attempt at a solution

I have tried moving getting K on its own with no luck, I think I need to solve for K using simultaneous equations, but don't know where to start
 
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The way you have entered this, I see:
.571 = 1 - \frac{k}{1} - 0.647k
This can't be what you mean, and, to be quite honest, I don't know what it is you are trying to solve. Please re-type the equation but include appropriate parentheses.

If this is just one equation, then how and why do you think you will be able to solve it with multiple equations. This is just one equation and any reasonable interpretation of the input is just a matter of multiplying both sides by some quantity and then going from there.

Also, why is this in the calc forum? Is this a part of a calc problem or something?
 
Don't worry I worked it out myself, << comment deleted by Moderator >>
 
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It seems like he cared enough to type out your equation in Latex, when you couldn't be bothered trying to make your equation clear.

Make some effort, then perhaps others will too.
 

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