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Advanced Math / Nonlinear equations in one variable and systems of equations in two variables Difficulty: Medium

p = k 4 j + 9

The given equation relates the distinct positive numbers p , k , and j . Which equation correctly expresses 4 j + 9 in terms of p and k ?

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Explanation

Choice A is correct. To express 4j+9 in terms of p and k , the given equation must be solved for 4j+9. Since it's given that j is a positive number, 4j+9 is not equal to zero. Therefore, multiplying both sides of the given equation by 4j+9 yields the equivalent equation p4j+9=k. Since it's given that p is a positive number, p is not equal to zero. Therefore, dividing each side of the equation p4j+9=k by p yields the equivalent equation 4j+9=kp.

Choice B is incorrect. This equation is equivalent to p=4j+9k.

Choice C is incorrect. This equation is equivalent to p=k-4j-9.

Choice D is incorrect. This equation is equivalent to p=k4j+9.