Express 1/(x(1-3x)) in partial fractions.

1/(x(1-3x))= A/x+ B/(1-3x) 1= A(1-3x) + B(1-3x)

when x=0    1=A

when x= 1/3     1=B/3 so B=3

1/(x(1-3x))= 1/x + 3/(1-3x)

LB
Answered by Laura B. Maths tutor

9710 Views

See similar Maths A Level tutors

Related Maths A Level answers

All answers ▸

let y=6x^-0.5+2x+1, find dy/dx.


Given that y = 16x + 1/x , find the two values of x for which dy/dx = 0


How should I aproach a connected rates of change question.


Given that y = 16x^2 + 7x - 3, find dy/dx [3 marks]


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning