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Question
If 9 is the solution of variable x in the equation `(5x - 7)/2 = y`, then the value of y is 28.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is False.
Explanation:
Given that, x = 9
Put the value of x in the equation, we get
`(5(9) - 7)/2 = y`
⇒ `(45 - 7)/2 = y`
⇒ `38/2 = y`
⇒ y = 19
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