Understanding Solving One-Step Linear Equations with Decimals
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When you see an equation like $p + 4.5 = 9.3$, the variable is added to 4.5, so you choose subtraction to isolate $p$. Subtract 4.5 from both sides: $p = 9.3 - 4.5 = 4.8$. This keeps the equation balanced and gives the solution $p = 4.8$.
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Solve for $x$ in $x + 3.2 = 7.8$.
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You have $\frac{a}{2.5} = 5$ dollars, calculate $a$.
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Determine the value of $y$ in $7.2y = 15.12$ using division.
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Solve $\frac{x}{4.8} = 3.6$.
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