Regents Exam: Algebra I August 2016 (Problem 32 of 37)

The video tutorial guides viewers through solving an equation for X in terms of A. It begins with distributing constants into a binomial, followed by rearranging the equation to isolate X. The process continues with factoring out X and isolating it, and concludes with simplifying the expression to reach the final answer. The tutorial also presents an alternative form of the solution.

What is the first step in solving the equation for X in terms of A?

• Move all terms with X to one side

• Distribute constants into the binomial

• Factor out the variable X

• Simplify the numerator and denominator

After distributing the constants, what is the next step in solving the equation?

• Factor out the variable X

• Rewrite the expression

• Move terms with X to one side

• Simplify the equation

How do you isolate the variable X in the equation?

• By simplifying the numerator

• By distributing A to each term

• By factoring out X from the terms

• By moving all terms to one side

What is the final step in obtaining the expression for X?

• Move terms with X to one side

• Distribute constants into the binomial

• Simplify the numerator and denominator

• Factor out the variable X

Which of the following is an acceptable form of the final answer?

• 13 over a + 38

• 38 over a + 13

• 38 + 13 over a

• 13 + 38 over a