Solving Literal Equations
Using your knowledge of solving literal equations, solve each problem shown below. Follow the instructions for each problem, answer all of the questions, and make sure to show all of your work.
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- Take a look at the steps below for solving the equation 4(3 − 2x) = −20.
Step 1: 4(3 − 2x) = −20 Step 2: 12 − 8x = −20 Step 3: 12 −8x − 12 = −20 − 12 Step 4: −8x + 0 = −32 Step 5: −8x = −32 Step 6: −8x · − 18= −32 · −18Step 7: x = 4
Which property justifies the work between ...
A. Step 1 and Step 2? B. Step 2 and Step 3? C. Step 3 and Step 4? D. Step 4 and Step 5? E. Step 5 and Step 6? F. Step 6 and Step 7?
- What is the difference between the Zero Product Property and the Multiplicative Property of Zero?
- A formula to find the area of a triangle is V =
13Bh. Solve for B.
- A formula for the perimeter of rectangle is given by the equation p = 2l + 2w. Solve for w.
- Create a literal equation. Show the work to solve for the variable of your choice.
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