Math Problem Statement

Q(2) An algebraic fraction can be broken down into simpler parts known as "partial fractions. The algebraic fraction 5x-3/ (x+1)(x-2) can be broken into simpler parts as A/ 3(x+1)+ 7/ 3(x-2) Where 'A' is an integer value. What is the value of A?

Solution

To determine the value of AA in the partial fraction decomposition, we begin by expressing the given algebraic fraction in terms of partial fractions:

5x3(x+1)(x2)=A3(x+1)+73(x2)\frac{5x - 3}{(x+1)(x-2)} = \frac{A}{3(x+1)} + \frac{7}{3(x-2)}

Now, we'll proceed by equating the right-hand side and the left-hand side of the equation.

Step 1: Combine the right-hand side into a single fraction.

The common denominator for the right-hand side is 3(x+1)(x2)3(x+1)(x-2). So, we rewrite each term as

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Partial Fractions
Algebraic Fractions
Algebraic Manipulation

Formulas

Partial fraction decomposition formula

Theorems

Decomposition of rational functions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 9-11