Rearrange Formulas
Examples, solutions, videos, and lessons to help High School students learn how to rearrange formulas to highlight a quantity of interest, using the same reasoning as in solving equations.
Related Pages
Algebra Word Problems
Common Core (Algebra)
Common Core for Mathematics
For example, rearrange Ohm’s law V = IR to highlight resistance R.
Suggested Learning Targets
- Solve multi-variable formulas or literal equations, for a specific variable.
Common Core: HSA-CED.A.4
Rearrange formulas to isolate specific variables.
Rearrange Formulas.
Rearranging formula.
Rearranging formula involving fractions.
Solving Literal Equations Part 1
Part 1 of solving for one variable in a formula.
Solving Literal Equations Part 2.
Examples 1: Solving a Formula for a Variable
This video provides examples of how to solve a given formula or equation for a specific variable.
Examples 2: Solving a Formula for a Variable
This video provides examples of how to solve a given formula or equation for a specific variable.
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