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0580/42 Oct/Nov 2025, Question 2: Solving Linear Equations

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 42 (Extended) · Calculator · 2 marks

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Solve the linear equation 8x − 17 = 27 for x.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 18x = 27 + 17 = 44
  2. 2x = 44 ÷ 8 = 5.5

Answer5.5 or 5 1/2 or 11/2

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