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Set 7: Linear Equations (Advanced)

Explanation

Answer: B

If x52=4\frac{x}{5} - 2 = 4, what is the value of xx?

A.

10

B.

30

✓ Correct
C.

2

D.

6

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. Choice Ahoice B is the correct answer. 1. Add 2: x5=6\frac{x}{5} = 6 2. Multiply by 5: x=30x = 30 3. Verify: 3052=62=4\frac{30}{5} - 2 = 6 - 2 = 4 ✓ Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice Ahoice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice Ahoice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 30

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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