Solving Equations - Rearranging Equations – Literal Equations

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What is a literal equation?

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

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What does it mean to solve for a variable?

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To solve for a variable means to isolate that variable on one side of the equation.

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If q = r - s, how do you solve for r?

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r = q + s

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What is the formula for force in terms of mass and acceleration?

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F = ma

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How do you solve for mass (m) in the equation F = ma?

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m = F/a

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In the equation kn + mp = q, how do you solve for p?

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p = (q - kn)/m

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What is the area formula for a trapezoid?

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A = 1/2 h(a + b) where h is the height and a, b are the lengths of the parallel sides.

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How do you solve for height (h) in the area formula A = 1/2 h(a + b)?

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h = 2A/(a + b)