Question

Solve the equation s = a + lw for the variable w

Answer 1

w=
`(-a+s)/(l)`

Explanation:

Let's solve for w.

s=a+lw

Step 1: Flip the equation.

lw+a=s

Step 2: Add -a to both sides.

lw+a+−a=s+−a

lw=−a+s

Step 3: Divide both sides by l

`(lw)/(l) =(-a+s)/(l)`