Question

Solve 5x- c= kfor x.
OA. x- 5(k-c)
OB. X-k-c
Oc. X=k+c
OD. x = 5(k+c)

Answer 1

x = (k + c)/5

General Formulas and Concepts:

Pre-Algebra

Order of Operations: BPEMDAS

1. Brackets
2. Parenthesis
3. Exponents
4. Multiplication
5. Division
6. Addition
7. Subtraction

• Left to Right

Equality Property

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

5x - c = k

Step 2: Solve for x

1. Add c to both sides: 5x = k + c
2. Divide 5 on both sides: x = (k + c)/5