What is the Temperature Distribution Equation for Finding T in a Given Equation?

[matt222]

Homework Statement

Find T:

T+exp(-0.0005T)=-262

Homework Equations

The Attempt at a Solution

I have no idea how to solve it?

 

[Metaleer]

You usually can't solve for T in equations like these in terms of elementary functions. You could try a numerical method like Newton's method.

 

[matt222]

solved! Thanx