HardMath· Algebra· Linear equations in one variable· MCQ
If , the value of is between which of the following pairs of values?
A
and
B
and
C
and
D
and
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Choice B is correct. Multiplying both sides of the given equation by , or , yields , or . Subtracting from both sides of this equation yields . Dividing both sides of this equation by yields . Therefore, if , then the value of is . It follows that of the given choices, the value of is between and .
Choice A is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice C is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
Choice D is incorrect and may result from conceptual or calculation errors.
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