A = bh/2 solve for b

Mathematics · Middle School · Wed Jan 13 2021

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Given the equation:

A = bh/2

Solve for b.

Solution:
In order to solve for b, simply multiply both sides by 2/h in order to cancel h/2, leaving behind the value of b.

a = bh/2

(2/h)(a) = (2/h)(bh/2)

b = 2a/h

Final answer:

b = 2a/h