JAMB Mathematics 2008 Question 12

Question 12

Algebraic Expressions

Make Q the subject of the formula when L = (4/3)M√(PQ)

  1. A.9L2/16M2P
  2. B.3L/4M√P
  3. C.√(3L)/4MP
  4. D.3L2/16M2P
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (9L2/16M2P)

Explanation

√(PQ) = 3L/(4M). Squaring, PQ = 9L2/(16M2), so Q = 9L2/(16M2P).