Question 867462
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Step 1:  Write out the equation using a pencil.


Step 2:  Erase every instance of the variable.


Step 3:  Write the given number in place of each erased variable.


Step 4:  Do the indicated arithmetic.


Step 5:  If the result is a true statement, then the given number is indeed a solution.  Otherwise, not.


John
*[tex \LARGE e^{i\pi}\ +\ 1\ =\ 0]
My calculator said it, I believe it, that settles it
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