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1.2 Linear Equations in One Variable - Single-variable equations (multi-step)
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the fraction 4 x over 5, equals 20

In the equation above, what is the value of x ?

 

A.

25

B.

24

C.

16

D.

15

In the equation above, what is the value of x ?

Easy-difficulty · SAT Math · Linear Equations in One Variable — Single-variable equations (multi-step). Read the question above, select your answer, and check the full explanation below to understand exactly why the correct choice works.

Answer explanation

Choice A is correct. Multiplying both sides of the equation by 5 results in 4 x equals 100. Dividing both sides of the resulting equation by 4 results in x equals 25.

Choice B is incorrect and may result from adding 20 and 4. Choice C is incorrect and may result from dividing 20 by 5 and then multiplying the result by 4. Choice D is incorrect and may result from subtracting 5 from 20.