Question #12942

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Alan P.
Jan 18, 2018

Divide both sides of the equation by 3

Explanation:

If 33 = 3q
then
color(white)("XXX")33/3=(3q)/3

color(white)("XXX")11=q

or, in the more common sequence: (remember if a=b then b=a)
color(white)("XXX")q=11

MJ
Jan 18, 2018

11

Explanation:

given, 33 = 3q

or q = cancel33^11/cancel3^1 = 11

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