Math Help: Transposition

Refresh your competency in the various areas of Mathematics.

TRANSPOSITION, OR SOLVING FOR A VARIABLE

In this module you can study how to change an equation around so that any variable is by itself on one side of the equal sign.

It's important to stick to the rules of algebra when transposing equations.

To keep a formula in balance, always perform the same operation to both sides of the equation.

Study and practice

Read about solving literal equations
This page from purplemath.com gives many examples showing how to solve an equation for a variable.
Study transposition of equations, also called isolating a variable
Onlinemathlearning.com has put together a page showing two methods for solving for a variable. The page also includes an excellent video.
Study how to change the subject of a formula
Read several examples of formula transposition at BBC's bitesize maths, and try a few of your own.