Question

Make x the subject of n= p(qx + 5)

Answer 1

x =
`(n-5p)/(pq)`

Explanation:

Given

n = p(qx + 5) ← distribute parenthesis

n = pqx + 5p ( subtract 5p from both sides )

n - 5p = pqx ( divide both sides by pq to isolate x )

`(n-5p)/(pq)` = x