Question

Solve for L.........

Answer 1

L = P/2 - W

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Properties

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

P = 2L + 2W

Step 2: Solve for L

1. Subtract 2W on both sides: P - 2W = 2L
2. Divide 2 on both sides: (P - 2W)/2 = L
3. Distribute division: P/2 - W = L
4. Rewrite: L = P/2 - W