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Literal Equations — Quiz

Question 9 • Mathematics III

Given the equation p is equal to s sub 1 t minus s sub 2 t , which equation is solved for t ?

Answer
A
t is equal to p times open paren s sub 1 minus s sub 2 close paren
B
t is equal to the fraction with numerator p and denominator s sub 1 minus s sub 2
C
t is equal to p minus s sub 1 plus s sub 2
D
t is equal to the fraction with numerator p and denominator s sub 1 plus s sub 2

Explanation

Factor out t in p = s₁t − s₂t to get p = (s₁ − s₂)t. Divide both sides by s₁ − s₂ to solve for t: t = p/(s₁ − s₂), which is choice B, the fraction with numerator p and denominator s₁ minus s₂.

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