[Answered] MATH062N Week 5 Discussion: Understanding Equations

Initial Post Instructions
Being successful in mathematics requires understanding as opposed to simple memorization. For example, the formula to find the perimeter of a rectangle is P = 2L + 2W (where L is length and W is width). Memorizing the formula could be helpful, but, if we understand that the perimeter is the distance around the rectangle, we are able to construct the formula and apply it to real-world situations correctly.

For the initial post, find another formula that you use in your daily life, and explain the meaning behind it.

For example, the formula to calculate sales tax on a purchase is sales tax = 0.0825x. The coefficient, 0.0825, is the current tax rate of 8.25%. The variable, x, is the amount of your purchase.

 

Solution

Here is one we utilize frequently the Distance Formula: d = rt wherein d = distance traveled, r = speed, t = time (“Distance Definition (Illustrated Mathematics Dictionary)”, 2020).
In case an automobile is going at a speed of 49.5 mph for a total of 2.5 hours. The distance did the automobile travel?
Formula is: d = rt d= distance r =…………..please follow the link below to access the solution at $5