Question

Solve P = 4(3a - b) for a in terms of P and b. You must show all work

Answer 1

P=4(3a-b)=12a-4b
12a=P+4b
a=P/12+b/3

Answer 2

but isn't it asking for b?

Answer 3

It's asking you to solve for a in terms of P and b.

If it was asking for b, it should have been written "Solve for b in terms of P and a."

Answer 4

oh ok. Thank you so much!