Solving literal equations involves finding the value of a variable in terms of other variables or constants. Examples of solutions to literal equations include x = 3y - a, y = 4 + x/r, and solving equations such as 3x - 4y = 7, dx - 2y = 3z, y = mx + b, or by + 2 = c/3 for the variable on one side of the equal sign.

1. Literal Equations
Solving for a variable
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2. When solving literal equations you will get
an answer that has a ___________________in it.
Example answers: x = 3y ­ a
y = 4 + x
r
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3. Solve for x:
3x ­ 4y = 7
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4. Solve for x:
dx ­ 2y = 3z
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5. Solve for m:
y = mx + b
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6. Solve for y:
by + 2 = c
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