Transcript 2.6 Solving Literal Equations for a Variable

U1 – S2 – L5 Literal Equations
Essential Question: How do you transform an equation for the given
variable?
VOCABULARY
• A formula is an equation that states a rule
for a relationship among quantities.
• A literal equation is an equation with two
or more variables.
– A formula is a type of literal equation.
– To solve for one of the variables, use inverse
operations.
Solving for a Variable
Step 1 Locate the variable you are asked to
solve for in the equation.
Step 2 Identify the operations on this
variable and the order in which they
are applied.
Step 3 Use inverse operations to undo
operations and isolate the variable.
Solving for a Variable
Basic Practice
1) D= rt solve for t
2) I = Prt solve for P
3) A = bh solve for b
Examples
Examples
Practice
Example
Lesson Quiz: Part I
Solve for the indicated variable.
1.
for h
2. P = R – C for C
C=R–P
3. 2x + 7y = 14 for y
4.
for m
5.
for C
m = x(k – 6)
C = Rt + S
Summary
• Answer the essential question in detailed,
complete sentences.
• How do you transform an equation for
the given variable?
• Write 3-5 study questions in the left
column to correspond with the notes.