Rearranging Formulas
Examples, videos, and solutions to help Algebra I students learn how to rearrange formulas.
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Printable “Literal Equations” Worksheets:
Solve 1-Step Literal Equations
Solve 2-Step Literal Equations
Solve 3-Step Literal Equations
Rearrange Formulas
New York State Common Core Math Algebra I, Module 1, Lesson 19
Worksheets for Algebra 1
Student Outcomes
Students learn to think of some of the letters in a formula as constants in order to define a relationship between two or more quantities, where one is in terms of another, for example holding V in V = IR as constant, and finding R in terms of I.
Lesson Summary
The properties and reasoning used to solve equations apply regardless of how many variables appear in an equation or formula. Rearranging formulas to solve for a specific variable can be useful when solving applied problems.
Exit Ticket
Given the formula x = (1+a)/(1-a)
a. Solve for x when a = 12.
b. Rearrange the formula to solve for a.
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