SSAT Math Question 274: Answer and Explanation
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Question: 274
8. If 
+ 4x = 48 -x, then x =
- A. 27
- B. 15
- C. 9
- D. 4
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The answer is C
First, add (also known as 
x) and 4x, to get 4 x = 48 - x. Add x to both sides to get 5 x = x = 48. Last, divide both sides by 
(multiply by the reciprocal) to get x = 48 × 
= 9.
Test the answers to determine which one allows the equation to balance.