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0580/32 May/Jun 2025, Question 20: Solving Linear Equations

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 32 (Core) · Calculator · 3 marks

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The question, in short

Solve two linear equations: one with x plus 3 equal to 3, and one with 5y divided by 3 equal to 8.

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Part (a) · 1 mark

Find the value of x that satisfies x + 3 = 3.

  1. 1x = 3 − 3 = 0

Answer0

Part (b) · 2 marks

Find the value of y that satisfies (5y)/3 = 8.

  1. 15y = 3 × 8 = 24
  2. 2y = 24 ÷ 5 = 4.8

Answer4.8 or 4 4/5

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