WAEC Mathematics 2017 Question 8

Question 8

Algebraic Expressions

If x = ⅔ and y = −6, evaluate xy − y/x.

  1. A.0
  2. B.5
  3. C.8
  4. D.9
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (5)

Explanation

xy = −4 and y/x = −6 ÷ ⅔ = −9, so xy − y/x = −4 + 9 = 5.