Question

Given the formula A = 5h (B + b); solve for B.
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Answer 1

B = A/5h - b; You could use

B = (A - 5hb)/5h This just puts everything over a common denominator.

Explanation:

A = 5h (B + b) Divide both sides by 5h

A/5h = B + b Subtract b from both sides.

A/5h - b = B