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Which of the following equations is equivalent to 1/4x -1/2 y = 8?

A .2x - 4y = 8
B. 2x - 4y = 64
C. 4x - 2y = 64

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Hello from MrBillDoesMath!

Answer:

Choice B


Discussion:

Multiply the original equation by 8:

8 ( (1/4) x - (1/2) y ) = 8 * 8 =>

(8/4)x - (8/2)y = 64 =>

2x - 4y = 64


which is Choice B


Thank you,

MrB

User Davuz
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Answer:

correct answer is b.

Explanation:


1/4x-1/2y=8

multiplying this equation to 8, we get


8(1/4x-1/2y)=8(8)

now, multiplying 8 to each term of the equation


8(1/4x)-8(1/2y)=8(8)


2x-4y=64

and we get the correct answer.


User Alejandro Lorefice
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