Question v-w-15

1.2 Linear Equations in One Variable - Variables on both sides
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v=-w150x

The given equation relates the distinct positive numbers v , w , and x . Which equation correctly expresses w in terms of v and x ?

A.

w = - 150 v x

B.

w=-150vx

C.

w=-x150v

D.

w = v + 150 x

v = - w 150 x The given equation relates the distinct positive numbers v ,

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 A is correct. It’s given that x is positive. Therefore, multiplying each side of the given equation by - 150 x yields -150xv=w, which is equivalent to w = - 150 v x . Thus, the equation w = - 150 v x correctly expresses w in terms of v and x .

Choice B is incorrect. This equation is equivalent to v = - w x 150 .

Choice C is incorrect. This equation is equivalent to v = - x 150 w .

Choice D is incorrect. This equation is equivalent to v = w - 150 x .