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Common Algebra Mistakes
Example: Solving a Linear Inequality |
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The Goal
Solve the following inequality for n (assumed to be positive):
The Mistake
Find the algebra mistake:
Need a hint? Look carefully at the red part of the algebra:
The Correction
An Explanation There are two issues. First, when the reciprocal is taken the inequality reverses. Second, the reciprocal of 10-6 is 106, since 10-6 is 1/106. |
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