Determine the partial fraction decomposition constants and such that .

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: B.

**Answer: . Why not the others:** forgets to divide by the coefficient ; swaps the constants; gives .
  1. Step 1: Multiply through by : .
  2. Step 2: Setting : . Setting : .

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