SOLUTION: I need help simplifying and solving the following equation for H: A= 1/2h(a+b). I got to 2A=ha + hb. Is this right? How do I solve for H from here?

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Question 61815: I need help simplifying and solving the following equation for H:
A= 1/2h(a+b).

I got to 2A=ha + hb. Is this right? How do I solve for H from here?
Answer by joyofmath(189) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
A=%281%2F2%29h%28a%2Bb%29
Multiply both sides by 2: 2A=h%28a%2Bb%29.
Divide both sides by (a+b).
2A%2F%28a%2Bb%29+=+h.