Question

Solve each literal equation for the variable indicated. Show work!

7w - 3x = y + 4w
Solve for w

Answer 1

w=x+1/3y

Explanation:

Step 1: Add -4w to both sides.

7w−3x+−4w=4w+y+−4w

3w−3x=y

Step 2: Add 3x to both sides.

3w−3x+3x=y+3x

3w=3x+y

Step 3: Divide both sides by 3.

3w /3 =3x+y /3

w=x+ 1/3y

w equals x + 1/3y