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madmike159
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can anyone help me rearrange
If you could show the working it would be a real help.
to make t the subject.
If you could show the working it would be a real help.
to make t the subject.s = ut + 1/2at^2
madmike159 said:can anyone help me rearrange ut+ 1/2 at2 to make t the subject.
If you could show the working it would be a real help.
To rearrange an equation, you need to isolate the variable you want to solve for on one side of the equation. This can be done by using inverse operations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, to move terms from one side to the other.
Rearranging an equation allows you to solve for a specific variable, making it easier to understand and manipulate the relationship between different quantities in a mathematical expression. It is also a useful technique for simplifying complex equations and solving real-world problems.
The first step is to identify the variable you want to solve for. Next, use inverse operations to move terms to the opposite side of the equation, keeping in mind that whatever operation you perform on one side of the equation, you must also do on the other side. Continue this process until the variable is isolated on one side of the equation.
No, there are certain rules that must be followed when rearranging an equation. You must always perform inverse operations and keep the equation balanced by performing the same operation on both sides. Additionally, when multiplying or dividing by a negative number, you must flip the direction of the inequality symbol.
You can check your work by plugging the solution back into the original equation and solving it. If the solution makes the equation true, then you have rearranged it correctly. You can also use a graphing calculator to graph both the original and rearranged equations and see if they intersect at the same point.