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Set 9: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

If 1.2x=62x = 6, what is the value of xx?

A.

5

✓ Correct
B.

0.5

C.

2

D.

7.2

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. Choice D is the correct answer. 1. Divide by 1.2: x=5x = 5 2. Verify: 1.2(5)=61.2(5) = 6 ✓ Choice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice C is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process. Choice D is incorrect because it results from an error in the solution process.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 5

Why others are wrong:
B: Choice B 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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