Chapter 3: Q37E (page 94)
Verify that the Chapter 2 formula applies in Example 3.4.
Short Answer
The chapter 2 formula applies in example 3.4.
Chapter 3: Q37E (page 94)
Verify that the Chapter 2 formula applies in Example 3.4.
The chapter 2 formula applies in example 3.4.
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