Asked by Lizzy
Find two positive real numbers that differ by 1 and have a product of 1.
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Mr. K
Define your numbers first:
1st number = x
2nd number = x +1
Problem says "Product of 1", so multiply
x(x+1)=1
x^2+x=1
x^2+x-1=0
From here use Quadratic Formula or complete the square to solve.
1st number = x
2nd number = x +1
Problem says "Product of 1", so multiply
x(x+1)=1
x^2+x=1
x^2+x-1=0
From here use Quadratic Formula or complete the square to solve.
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