Literal Equations

Front

Solve for n: 2m - n = 8

Back

n = 2m - 8

Front

Solve for s: -2 = 4r + s

Back

s = -2 - 4r

Front

Solve for a: a = pw

Back

a = w/p

Front

Solve for m: 6 = -3k - m

Back

m = -3k - 6

Front

Solve for x: 2x - 8 = 4y

Back

x = 2y + 4

Front

Definition: Literal Equation

Back

An equation that contains two or more variables.

Front

Principle: Isolating a Variable

Back

To solve a literal equation, rearrange the equation to isolate the variable of interest.

Front

Example: Solve for y in 3x + 2y = 6

Back

y = (6 - 3x)/2

Front

Definition: Coefficient

Back

A numerical or constant quantity placed before a variable.

Front

Example: Solve for z in 5z + 3 = 18

Back

z = (18 - 3)/5