Literal Equations

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Solve for x: z = xy

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x = z/y

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Solve for c: a = b + c

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c = a - b

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Solve for r: I = prt

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r = I/(pt)

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Solve for y: 5x + y = 16

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y = -5x + 16

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Solve for s: -2 = 4r + s

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s = -4r - 2

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Definition: Literal Equation

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An equation that contains two or more variables.

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Definition: Isolating a Variable

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The process of rearranging an equation to get a variable alone on one side.

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Example of Isolating a Variable: Solve for x in 3x + 5 = 20

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x = (20 - 5)/3 = 5

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Definition: Coefficient

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A numerical or constant quantity placed before a variable.

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Example of Coefficient: In 4x, 4 is the coefficient of x.

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