SOLUTION: How to solve this algebraic equation? L^2 = k/m - a/2m^2? We need to find a. Please give me a detailed explanation.Thanks.

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Question 847466: How to solve this algebraic equation?
L^2 = k/m - a/2m^2?
We need to find a.
Please give me a detailed explanation.Thanks.
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
L%5E2+=+k%2Fm+-+a%2F2m%5E2; solve for a.
1) Multiply both members by 2m%5E2.
2) Add the additive inverse of the term that contains k, to both members.
3) Multiply both members by -1.
4) Perform any simplifications needed or wanted.