Understanding Solving for Variables in Equations

The video tutorial explains how to solve for the variable W in an equation where only variables are given. It begins by introducing the concept of solving for W and explains the multiplication of variables in equations. The tutorial then demonstrates how to use division to isolate a variable, using an example with numbers to clarify the process. Finally, it applies this concept to solve for W, emphasizing the importance of understanding operations between variables.

What is the primary goal when solving for 'w' in the equation A = L * W?

• To determine the length 'L'

• To find the value of 'A'

• To calculate the product of 'L' and 'W'

• To isolate 'w' on one side of the equation

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

In the equation A = L * W, what operation is occurring between 'L' and 'W'?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

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CCSS.HSA-SSE.A.1A

If you have the expression 3R, what does it imply about the relationship between 3 and R?

• 3 is divided by R

• 3 is subtracted from R

• 3 is added to R

• 3 is multiplied by R

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

What is the opposite operation of multiplication that can be used to isolate a variable?

• Division

• Exponentiation

• Subtraction

• Addition

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CCSS.HSA.REI.A.1

To solve for 'w' in the equation A = L * W, what should you do to both sides of the equation?

• Multiply both sides by 'L'

• Add 'L' to both sides

• Divide both sides by 'L'

• Subtract 'L' from both sides

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Once 'w' is isolated, what can you determine from the equation A = L * W?

• The value of 'L' and 'A'

• The value of 'A'

• The value of 'L'

• The value of 'w'

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CCSS.HSA.CED.A.4