rearranging formulas

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What is the formula for the ideal gas law?

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pV = nRT

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How do you solve for R in the ideal gas law?

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R = pV/nT

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What does it mean to rearrange a formula?

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To rearrange a formula means to manipulate the equation to isolate a specific variable.

Front

How do you solve m - n = 5 for m?

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m = 5 + n

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What is the formula for the sum of three sides in terms of P?

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P = s1 + s2 + s3

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How do you solve for s3 in the equation P = s1 + s2 + s3?

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s3 = P - s1 - s2

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What is the formula for volume in terms of length, width, and height?

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V = LWH

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How do you solve for W in the equation V = LWH?

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W = V/(LH) or W = V/LH

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What is a literal equation?

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A literal equation is an equation that involves two or more variables.

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How do you solve for a variable in a literal equation?

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Isolate the variable on one side of the equation.