Question the-eq
The equation relates the variables , , and . Which of the following correctly expresses the value of in terms of ?
The equation 12 t + b = c relates the variables t , b , and
Hard-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 D is correct. Subtracting from each side of the given equation yields . Therefore, the expression correctly expresses the value of in terms of .
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 and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
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