AI generatedAlgebraKey Stage 3

Solving an equation by clearing decimals first

Solving an equation by clearing decimals first.

  • State the equation before solving it.
  • Follow the operation labels between lines. Apply the same operation to both sides.
  • Substitute the answer into the original equation to check that both sides agree.

Example 1

Solve the equation.

Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.

Example 2

Solve the equation.

Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.

Your turn

Question 1

Solve the equation.

Check answer
Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.
Question 2

Solve the equation.

Check answer
Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.
Question 3

Solve the equation.

Check answer
Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.
Question 4

Solve the equation.

Check answer
Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.
Question 5

Solve the equation.

Check answer
Multiply every term by 10 to clear all tenths.
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