An equation involving two or more variables. Literal Equation: You can transform literal equations, like FORMULAS, by: 1. 3. 2. 4. An equation involving two or more variables. Using legal algebra moves
Examples of transforming formulas to solve real-life problems. 5. The formula gives the Celsius temperature C in terms of the Fahrenheit temperature F. Transform the formula to find F in terms of C. Then find the Fahrenheit temperature when the Celsius temperature is 30 degrees. 6. You can use the formula to find the batting average a of a batter who has h hits in n times at bat. Solve the equation for h. If a batter has a batting average of .265 and has been at bat 200 times, how many hits does the batter have?