The inverse of the cubic function f(x) = ln(x^3 - 3x^2 + 3x - 1) can be derived using the relationship between logarithmic and exponential functions. The correct transformation leads to y = e^(x/3) + 1, indicating that the inverse function simplifies significantly. The discussion highlights the importance of recognizing patterns in cubic equations, particularly referencing Pascal's triangle for coefficients. A critical error was noted regarding the omission of a factor of three during the transformation process.
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You dropped a very important factor of three in going from y=ln(x^3-3x^2+3x-1) to x=ln(y^3-y^2+3y-1).tg43fly said:y=ln(x^3-3x^2+3x-1)
x=ln(y^3-y^2+3y-1)
e^x=(y^3-y^2+3y-1)
Those factors of three should suggest something. Hint:Look at Pascal's triangle.i looked around for inverse of cubic functions and i found a monster of a formula:
http://www.math.vanderbilt.edu/~schectex/courses/cubic/
i really hope i missed something to find the inverse