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Tell whether the value is a solution of the
- 5 = QS)-1; S = 10

User Valeska
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Answer:

S=−
(4)/(Q)

Explanation:

−5=(QS)−1

Swap sides so that all variable terms are on the left hand side.

QS−1=−5

Add 1 to both sides.

QS=−5+1

Add −5 and 1 to get −4.

QS=−4

Divide both sides by Q.


(QS)/(Q)=
(-4)/(Q)

Dividing by Q undoes the multiplication by Q.

S=
(-4)/(Q)

Divide −4 by Q.

S=−
(4)/(Q)

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