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Worked Example 3: Subject Appears Twice (Higher)

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This study notes covers Worked Example 3: Subject Appears Twice (Higher) within Rearranging Formulae for GCSE Mathematics. Revise Rearranging Formulae in Algebra for GCSE Mathematics with 14 exam-style questions and 11 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 5 of 5 in this topic. Use this study notes to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.

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Section 5 of 5

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14 questions

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11 flashcards

Worked Example 3: Subject Appears Twice (Higher)

Make x the subject of: 3x + 5 = 2(x + y)

Step 1 Expand and collect x terms

3x + 5 = 2x + 2y

3x − 2x = 2y − 5

x = 2y − 5

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Worked Example 2: With a SquareMaking a Letter the StarThe Method: Reverse BIDMAS

Practice Questions for Rearranging Formulae

Make b the subject of the formula: a = b + c

  • A. b = a + c
  • B. b = c − a
  • C. b = a − c
  • D. b = ac
1 markfoundation

The circumference of a circle is given by the formula: C = 2πr Make r the subject of the formula.

2 marksfoundation

Quick Recall Flashcards

What is the 'subject' of a formula?
The variable that stands alone on one side of the equals sign. In v = u + at, v is the subject.
What does 'rearranging a formula' produce?
An equivalent formula expressing a different variable as the subject. E.g. v = u + at rearranges to a = (v − u)/t.

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