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How to Rearrange a Multi-Variable Equation

How to Rearrange a Multi-Variable Equation

To rearrange a multi-variable equation, pick the variable you want to isolate and undo everything around it in reverse order: first addition and subtraction, then multiplication and division. Treat every other letter as if it were a number. For example, solving A = lw for w gives w = A/l. Open the solver in full […]

Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Using Algebra Tiles

Adding and Subtracting Polynomials Using Algebra Tiles

See how to add and subtract polynomials with algebra tiles, including two ways to subtract: flipping the tiles to add the opposite, or taking tiles away with zero pairs.

How to Write an Exponential Function: Word Problems

How to Write an Exponential Function: Word Problems

Using Number Lines to Represent Fractions

Using Number Lines to Represent Fractions

Completing a Table and Make a Graph of Ratios and Rates

Completing a Table and Make a Graph of Ratios and Rates

Using Strip Models to Solve Percentage Problems

Using Strip Models to Solve Percentage Problems

How to Evaluate Integers Raised to Rational Exponents

How to Evaluate Integers Raised to Rational Exponents

Using Strip Models to Explain Percent

Using Strip Models to Explain Percent

How to Use a Graph to Factor Polynomials

How to Use a Graph to Factor Polynomials

Using Grid Models to Solve Percentage Problems

Using Grid Models to Solve Percentage Problems

How to Using Decimals, Grid Models, and Fractions to Represent Percent

How to Using Decimals, Grid Models, and Fractions to Represent Percent

Representing Percentage

Representing Percentage