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0580/13 Oct/Nov 2023, Question 16: Solving Linear Equations

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 13 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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Solve the linear equation 5x + 7 = 9x − 3 for x.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 17 + 3 = 9x − 5x
  2. 210 = 4x
  3. 3x = 10 ÷ 4 = 2.5

Answer2.5

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