Math Problem Statement
Solve for b in the equation r = (b - 3)m.
Solution
The equation presented in the image is:
To solve for , follow these steps:
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First, divide both sides of the equation by to isolate the term:
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Then, add 3 to both sides of the equation to solve for :
So, the solution is:
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Solving linear equations
Isolating variables
Formulas
r = (b - 3)m
b = r/m + 3
Theorems
Basic algebraic manipulation
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8