The function
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Graph :
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Graphically the value of
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To find the exact value of
, use partial fraction decomposition.

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Consider
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Partial fraction decomposition.
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Compare coefficients of
terms on both sides.

Compare constant terms on both sides.
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Substitute
in
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If
, then
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Substitute
and
in equation (1).
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