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3. Evaluate: <cmath>\frac{1^2+2^2+3^2+\cdots}{1^2+3^3+5^2+\cdots}</cmath> | 3. Evaluate: <cmath>\frac{1^2+2^2+3^2+\cdots}{1^2+3^3+5^2+\cdots}</cmath> | ||
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Revision as of 12:33, 18 April 2020
The Apple Method is a method for solving algebra problems. An apple is used to make a clever algebraic substitution.
Examples
1. Evaluate:
If we set , we can see that
.
Solving, we get
2. If Find x.
3. Evaluate:
Extensions
The pear method
When more than one variable is needed, pears, bananas, etc. are usually used.