Solving Literal Equation with Direct Variation
This lesson teaches how to solve for a variable, in this case R, in a literal equation with direct variation. Using a financial example of simple interest, the instructor demonstrates how to undo the multiplication of variables to isolate R. By either dividing each variable or dividing them all at once, the equation can be rearranged to have R by itself. This fundamental skill is important in many areas of math and finance.
Solving a literal equation with direct variation
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- How do I get r by itself in the equation I=Prt?
- How do I solve for r in the equation I=Prt?
- How do I solve for one variable in a literal equation in terms of the other variables in the equation?
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This lesson shows how you can solve for one variable in a literal equation in terms of the other variables in the equation. The example shown in this lesson is solving for r in the equation I=Prt.
