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1.2 Linear Equations in One Variable - Single-variable equations (multi-step)
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Blood volume,V sub B, in a human can be determined using the equation V sub B equals, the fraction with numerator V sub P, and denominator 1 minus H, end fraction, where V sub P is the plasma volume and H is the hematocrit (the fraction of blood volume that is red blood cells). Which of the following correctly expresses the hematocrit in terms of the blood volume and the plasma volume?

A.

H equals, 1 minus the fraction V sub P over V sub B

B.

H equals, the fraction V sub B over V sub P

C.

H equals, 1 plus the fraction V sub B over V sub P

D.

H equals, V sub B, minus V sub P