Explanation
Correct answer: D.
Choice D is correct. Multiplying both sides of the given equation by yields . Dividing both sides of this equation by yields . Adding to both sides of this equation yields , which can be rewritten as . Since the fractions on the right-hand side of this equation have a common denominator, adding the fractions yields . Applying the distributive property to the numerator on the right-hand side of this equation yields , which is equivalent to .
Desmos solution:
Note: Enter a list of u values, then compute t from the original equation. Test each answer choice at the same u values; only choice D matches.
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Why the other choices are wrong
Choice A
Choice A is incorrect and may result from various misconceptions or miscalculations.
Choice B
Choice B is incorrect and may result from various misconceptions or miscalculations.
Choice C
Choice C is incorrect and may result from various misconceptions or miscalculations.