Question

Determine the value of x in 5x=25

Answer 1

x = 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 Properties

• Multiplication Property of Equality
• Division Property of Equality
• Addition Property of Equality
• Subtraction Property of Equality

Explanation:

Step 1: Define

5x = 25

Step 2: Solve for x

1. [Division Property of Equality] Divide 5 on both sides: x = 5