X, x+2 - two consecutive odd or even numbers
Add the reciprocals of these numbers.

Now add the squares of the numerator and denominator, as in the example.

So this number has to be a perfect square.

It is a perfect square, so this method always works.
The numbers

are a Pythagorean triple for any

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Pounds of beef and potatoes are in ratio or proportion of
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<u>Step-by-step explanation:</u>
Correct Question: A recipe for beef stew calls for 1 pound of beef and 3 potatoes. The recipe is doubled to include 2 pounds of beef and 6 potatoes. Which proportion represents the situation?
We have , A recipe for beef stew calls for 1 pound of beef and 3 potatoes , i.e.
Number of beef stew calls = 1
Number of potatoes = 3
Now , The recipe is doubled to include 2 pounds of beef and 6 potatoes i.e. for every 2 pounds of beef we have 6 potatoes
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Therefore , Pounds of beef and potatoes are in ratio or proportion of
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Answer:

Step-by-step explanation:
We are given the equations
to search for a value of
that yields an equivalent statement.
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F(x) = x² -3x +(3/2)² -10 -(3/2)²
= (x -3/2)² -10 -9/4
f(x) = (x -1.5)² -12.25