Solve $ac+bd-ad-bc$ Given $\dfrac{3}{4}$, $\sqrt{a^2+c^2}=15$

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In summary, the given information does not provide enough information to determine the value of $b$. To solve for $a$ and $c$, a system of equations must be created using the given information. This can result in multiple solutions due to the equation having two variables. The value $\dfrac{3}{4}$ is not significant in solving the equation, but it can be used to create an equation and aid in solving for $a$ and $c$. There is no simpler way to solve this problem, as a system of equations is required to find the values of $a$ and $c$.
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Assume that $a, b, c, d$ are positive integers and $\dfrac{a}{c}=\dfrac{b}{d}=\dfrac{3}{4}$, and \(\displaystyle \sqrt{a^2+c^2}-\sqrt{b^2+d^2}=15\), find $ac+bd-ad-bc$.
 
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Re: Find ac+bd-ad-bc

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Assume that $a, b, c, d$ are positive integers and $\dfrac{a}{c}=\dfrac{b}{d}=\dfrac{3}{4}$, and \(\displaystyle \sqrt{a^2+c^2}-\sqrt{b^2+d^2}=15\), find $ac+bd-ad-bc$.

Sqrt(a^2+c^2) = 5/4 c
Sqrt(b^2+d^2) = 5/4 d
so 5/4(c-d) = 15or c-d = 12
ac + bd – ad –bc
= ¾ c^2 + ¾ d^2 – ¾ cd – ¾ cd
= ¾(c-d)^2 = ¾ * 12^2 = 108
 

FAQ: Solve $ac+bd-ad-bc$ Given $\dfrac{3}{4}$, $\sqrt{a^2+c^2}=15$

What is the value of $b$?

The value of $b$ cannot be determined from the given information. The equation only provides information about the sum of $ac+bd-ad-bc$, not the individual values of $a, b, c, d$.

How do you solve for $a$ and $c$?

To solve for $a$ and $c$, we must use the given information to create a system of equations. From $\dfrac{3}{4}$, we can write the equation $bd-ad=\dfrac{3}{4}$. From $\sqrt{a^2+c^2}=15$, we can square both sides to get $a^2+c^2= 225$. We can then use substitution or elimination methods to solve for $a$ and $c$.

Can the given information result in multiple solutions?

Yes, the given information can result in multiple solutions. This is because the equation $ac+bd-ad-bc$ is a linear equation with two variables, $a$ and $c$. Therefore, there can be infinitely many solutions that satisfy the equation.

What is the significance of the value $\dfrac{3}{4}$?

The value $\dfrac{3}{4}$ is not significant in terms of solving the equation $ac+bd-ad-bc$. It is simply a given value in the problem. However, it can be used to create an equation and help solve for $a$ and $c$ as shown in the answer to question 2.

Is there a simpler way to solve this problem?

No, there is no simpler way to solve this problem. The given information provides two equations with two unknown variables, so a system of equations must be created and solved to find the values of $a$ and $c$.

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