Can You Isolate Tc in a Transcendental Equation?

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Isolating the variable Tc in the equation ln p(t) = A + (B(Tc - T)^m)[1 + C*cos(w*log(Tc - T) + d)] is not feasible due to its transcendental nature. Transcendental equations do not allow for explicit solutions for variables like Tc. The discussion indicates that traditional algebraic methods or identities may not apply in this case. Participants suggest that finding a numerical solution or approximation might be the only viable approach. Ultimately, the consensus is that an explicit expression for Tc cannot be derived from this equation.
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Hey,

I am trying to find a way to isolate the variable Tc in the following equation:

ln p(t) = A + (B(Tc - T)^m)[1 + C*cos(w*log(Tc - T) + d)]

I believe that there is a way to solve for Tc, probably using an identity that I have not been able to find.

Thanks for the help
 
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Forget it.

This is a trancendental equation; you cannot find an explicit expression for Tc
 

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