Let x = a and x = b be the distinct solution

A distinct real solution is really the same thing as a real solution. Sometimes we use the word distinct to emphasize that if the same real solution arises from two separate terms in an equation, it should only be counted once. For example, the equation is solved if and only if or .

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the answer is 200

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the way the question is worded, it seems to imply the $264 interest is simple interest, not compound interest.

the simple interest for 2 years is $264; the simple interest for 1 year is $132.

$132 interest on a $600 investment means an interest rate of (132/600)*100 = 22%.

the value of $200 at 22% interest compounded annually for three years is

200%281.22%29%5e3

the amount of interest is that value, minus the original $200.

80%

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