Question 379955: How to solve for x in the equation
xlnx = 0.032 + 4.14x
Answer by richard1234(7193)   (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website! This equation cannot be solved using algebra, as the function mixes algebraic and transcendental functions. However, with the use of a calculator or a special algorithm called Newton's method, one can obtain x = 62.8348133...
The values for x can be approximated by graphing both functions, but using a calculator or Newton's method provides a more accurate approach.
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