Math Problem Statement
What is the value of x in the equation x/10 = 2?
Solution
The problem asks to find the value of in the equation:
To solve for , multiply both sides of the equation by 10 to eliminate the denominator:
Thus, the value of is , which corresponds to option D.
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Here are 5 related questions to expand on this concept:
- What would be the value of if the equation was ?
- How do you solve for if the equation is ?
- What is the general method for solving equations of the form ?
- Can you write an equation where dividing by 20 gives a result of 7?
- What is the inverse operation of division when solving equations?
Tip: When solving equations that involve division, multiplying by the denominator on both sides cancels the fraction and isolates the variable.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Basic Algebra
Solving Linear Equations
Formulas
x = b × a, where b is the value on the other side of the equation and a is the denominator of the fraction.
Theorems
Multiplication is the inverse of division.
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 6-8