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Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011

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Pearson Algebra 1 Common Core, 2011 View details

6. The Quadratic Formula and the Discriminant

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Exercise 52 Page 588

Apply inverse operations to isolate b.

B

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To solve the given literal equation for b, we will use the Properties of Equality to apply inverse operations on the equation. Remember, only like terms can be combined.

3a-b=2c

LHS-3a=RHS-3a

- b=2c-3a

LHS * (-1)=RHS* (-1)

b=- 2c+3a

CommutativePropAdd

Commutative Property of Addition

b=3a-2c

Therefore, the correct option is B.

Subchapter links

Lesson Check p.586

Practice and Problem-Solving Exercises p.586-588

Standardized Test Prep p.588

Mixed Review p.588