If 8 x-1 = \(\frac{1}{4}\), find x

MATHEMATICS
WAEC 2007

If 8x-1 = \(\frac{1}{4}\), find x

  • A. -\(\frac{-5}{3}\)
  • B. -1
  • C. -\(\frac{1}{3}\)
  • D. \(\frac{1}{3}\)

Correct Answer: D. \(\frac{1}{3}\)

Explanation

8x-1 = \(\frac{1}{4}\)

23(x - 1 = 2-2

3x - 3 = -2

3x = -2 + 3

3x = 1

x = \(\frac{1}{3}\)



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