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

9734 Views

See similar Maths A Level tutors

Related Maths A Level answers

All answers ▸

How would you solve (2x+16)/(x+6)(x+7) in partial fractions?


Ball P is shot at 18m/s horizontally from the top of a 32m mast. Ball Q is shot at 30m/s at an angle 'a' to the horizontal from the bottom of the mast. They collide mid-air. Prove that cos'a' = 3/5


Two particles, A and B, are moving directly towards each other on a straight line with speeds of 6 m/s and 8 m/s respectively. The mass of A is 3 kg, and the mass of B is 2 kg. They collide to form a single particle of speed "v" m/s. Find v.


Solving Quadratic Equations


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