8adv.MATH.12.F | Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

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mathematic formulasscientific formulasliteral equationsspecified variable

I can solve a mathematic formula for a specified variable using inverse operations. #dok2
I can solve a scientific formula for a specified variable by rearranging the equation. #dok2
I can solve a literal equation for any given variable by performing appropriate algebraic steps. #dok2
I can analyze a formula to determine the steps needed to isolate a specified variable. #dok3
I can justify my steps when rearranging a formula to solve for a different variable. #dok3

Formulas and literal equations can be manipulated to express one variable in terms of others.
Solving for a specified variable in an equation is essential for applying formulas in mathematics and science.

How do you rearrange a literal equation to solve for a different variable?
Why is it important to be able to solve formulas for any variable?
What strategies can help you keep track of your steps when solving for a specified variable?
In what real-world situations might you need to solve for a different variable in a formula?
How can you check whether your solution for a specified variable is correct?