EasyMath· Algebra· Linear equations in one variable· MCQ
If , what is the value of ?
A
24
B
49
C
50
D
99
Correct answer: B
Explanation
Choice B is correct. Multiplying both sides of the given equation by 5 yields . Substituting 50 for in the expression yields .
Alternate approach: Dividing both sides of by 2 yields . Evaluating the expression for yields .
Choice A is incorrect and may result from finding the value of instead of . Choice C is incorrect and may result from finding the value of instead of . Choice D is incorrect and may result from finding the value of instead of .
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