Algebraic problem solving in physics
Apply algebra and powers to physical relationships that require several steps or comparisons.
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Where this chapter sits in the course
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Chapter 2 of 24 · Beginner
Lessons
Chapter 2 of 24 · 11 short lessons · 40 min- 1Linear equations with the unknown on both sides3 min
- 2Equations with an unknown in a denominator3 min
- 3Simultaneous equations by substitution4 min
- 4Quadratic equations in physics5 min
- 5Products and quotients of powers3 min
- 6Powers of products and quotients3 min
- 7Direct and inverse power-law scaling3 min
- 8Scaling with multiple variables4 min
- 9Multiplication and division in scientific notation3 min
- 10Addition and subtraction in scientific notation3 min
- 11Challenge: Algebraic problem solving in physics6 min
What you'll learn
- Solve multistep equations and linked equations for physical quantities
- Simplify expressions involving powers
- Predict changes in physical quantities using scaling relationships
- Calculate with quantities in scientific notation
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