Using and Transposing Formulas (VCE SSCE Mathematical Methods): Flashcards

Mathematical relationship using symbols to connect quantities

Variable being calculated, typically isolated on one side

Rearranging formula to make a different variable the subject

Replacing variables with their given numerical values

Same operation must be performed on both sides of equation

Undo operations in reverse order to isolate desired variable

Substitute known values first, then solve for unknown

Transpose to make unknown the subject, then substitute values

Both methods give the same answer

Square both sides of the equation to eliminate square root