math problem?

(1/64)t^3=t

solve for t.

i have a 4 page packet..and i've only got a couple left, but my friends and i can't figure them out. help is greatly appreciated!!

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  • ok

    First, multiply both sides by 64 to remove the fraction. Remember, (1/X) x X = 1.

    t^3 = 64t

    then divide both sides by t

    t^2 = 64

    so, t = sq root of 64, = 8

  • There are three solutions for t:

    t = -8, 0, and +8.

    Given:

    (1/64)t^3 = t

    Subtract "t" from the right side:

    (1/64)t^3 - t = 0

    Now, factor out a "t" from both terms:

    t * [(1/64)t^2 - 1] = 0

    You now have:

    t = 0 <--- First Factor

    (1/64)t^2 - 1 = 0 <-- Second Factor

    On the Second Factor, add 1 to both sides:

    (1/64)t^2 = 1

    Now, multiply both sides by 64, which gives you:

    t^2 = 64

    Taking the square root of both sides:

    t = ±8

    If you graph this equation, you'll see the x-intercepts are:

    -8, 0 and +8.

    Good luck in your studies,

    ~ Mitch ~

  • using a graphing calculator and finding the intersect of y=(1/64)t^3 and y=t the answers are -8,0 and 8

  • (1/64)t^3 -t =0

    t{(1/64)t^2-1} = 0

    so t = 0 or t = 64^0.5, t = 8

  • its 8 if u want an explantation tell me or else you are just doing them to get the packet done...

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