WAEC Mathematics 1994 Question 15

Question 15

Linear and Simultaneous Equations

If 8x − 4 = 6x − 10, find the value of 5x.

  1. A.−35
  2. B.−15
  3. C.−3
  4. D.3
  5. E.7
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Answer: B (−15)

Explanation

8x − 6x = −10 + 4, so 2x = −6 and x = −3. Then 5x = −15.