Question 12-n-2
The given equation relates the variables , , and , where , , and . Which expression is equivalent to ?
12 n - 2 t = - 2 w The given equation relates the variables n
Hard-difficulty · SAT Math · Linear Equations in One Variable — Variables on both sides. Read the question above, select your answer, and check the full explanation below to understand exactly why the correct choice works.
Answer explanation
Choice D is correct. Adding to each side of the given equation yields . The fractions on the right side of this equation have a common denominator of ; therefore, the equation can be written as , or , which is equivalent to . Dividing each side of this equation by yields . Since , , , and are all positive quantities, taking the reciprocal of each side of the equation yields an equivalent equation: . Multiplying each side of this equation by yields .
Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice B is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice C is incorrect. This is equivalent to rather than .
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