Instructional Video

Solve a Literal Equation for a Variable (Example 3)

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More examples never hurt. An educational YouTube video highlights how to solve literal equations. The narrator works through two examples, one where the variable is in the denominator of a fraction and one where the variable is the leading coefficient of a quadratic equation.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Provide the video to learners struggling with the concept
Classroom Considerations
  • Scholars should be familiar with how to solve literal equations
  • Note that there are two previous videos, Example 1 and Example 2
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Color coding helps viewers follow the steps of the work
  • Explanations are thorough
Cons
  • Lecture-style video may not be of interest to young pupils
Common Core