How Do I Correctly Isolate Variables in Physics Equations?

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Homework Statement


Alright so I'm in grade 11 Phys Uni-prep class(in Canada so I am like 10x behind comparing to the states) and I'm having troubles Isolating some stuff.


Homework Equations


Eg.
d=(v1+v2/2)t
So let's say I want to isolate v1. I know how to isolate it for t which would be
d/v1+v2/2=t

The Attempt at a Solution


So my attempt for isolating v1 would be wrong which i already know.
v1=... from d=(v1+v2/2)t

Plz need some help before thrusday, have a small quiz
I know what to do when I get the numbers, just some of the isolation stuff I am iffy about.
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Lets get the t on the other side:

[tex]d/t = v_1 + {v_2}/2[/tex]

Does this help??

Sam
 
possibly,
but i was hoping(im not sure if this is possible I am just giviing myself random questions to do)
v1=...
 
i got it :)

the answer was
v1= d/t - 1/2at^2

i did it step by step and i did it