Question 12 of 17 in Algebra 4

Algebra 4

2 marks · Normal

Make the subject of the equation .

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s = \frac{v^2 - u^2}{2a}

Must show: Subtract u^2 from both sides, Divide both sides by 2a

Also accept: s = (v^2 - u^2) / (2a)

Common mistakes: Not dividing by 2a; Sign error

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M1 · 1 mark · Subtracts u^2 from both sides.

A1 · 1 mark · Divides by 2a and writes correct subject s = (v^2 - u^2)/(2a).

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Subtract u^2 from both sides:

Divide both sides by 2a:

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