SOLUTION: Any help on how to solve for x in this problem would be welcomed. Thank you for your time and knowledge. Solve the equation for x. ax2 − (2a + 1)x + (a + 1) = 0 (a > 0)

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Question 901578: Any help on how to solve for x in this problem would be welcomed. Thank you for your time and knowledge.
Solve the equation for x.
ax2 − (2a + 1)x + (a + 1) = 0 (a > 0)
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Use the quadratic formula:



letting

, , and

All you have to do is simplify:



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