Explain how to solve the equation px = q for x. Be sure to include the properties you use in the process.

To solve the equation px = q for x...






Explain how to solve the equation px = q for x. Be sure to include the properties you use in the process.

To solve the equation px = q for x...






I use the Associative Property of Equality and divide by p to get 1x = . Then, because of the Addition Property of Multiplication, I know x = .



I use the Commutative Property of Multiplication and divide by p to get 1x = . Then, because of the Division Property of Equality, I know x = .



I use the Division Property of Equality and divide by p to get 1x = . Then, because of the Identity Property of Multiplication, I know x = .



I use the Identity Property of Multiplication and divide by p to get 1x = . Then, because of the Division Property of Equality, I know x = .