Mathematics

Mathematics

Problem

Find the partial fraction 2x+1(3x+2)(4x2+5x+6)\frac{2x+1}{(3x+2)(4x^2+5x+6)}
Intuitive explanation

The key is to recognize that the denominator has one linear factor and one irreducible quadratic, so you'll need both a constant term over the linear part and a linear numerator over the quadratic. Set up A3x+2+Bx+C4x2+5x+6\frac{A}{3x+2} + \frac{Bx+C}{4x^2+5x+6}, then multiply through by the full denominator to match coefficients on both sides. This turns a tricky rational expression into a simple system of equations.

Intuitive explanation

The key is to recognize that the denominator has one linear factor and one irreducible quadratic, so you'll need both a constant term over the linear part and a linear numerator over the quadratic. Set up A3x+2+Bx+C4x2+5x+6\frac{A}{3x+2} + \frac{Bx+C}{4x^2+5x+6}, then multiply through by the full denominator to match coefficients on both sides. This turns a tricky rational expression into a simple system of equations.

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