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Rewrite the function W= 50+2.3(h-60) in order to express height as a function of weight

User Matt Eding
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You need to solve the equation for h.

W= 50+2.3(h-60)

Distribute the 2.3.

W = 50 + 2.3h - 138

W = 2.3h - 88

Add 88 to both sides.

W + 88 = 2.3h

Switch sides.

2.3h = W + 88

Divide both sides by 2.3.

h = (W + 88)/2.3
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