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Year 7 maths · F.8 · One-step equations

Solve multiplication equations with a decimal coefficient

Divide both sides by the decimal. Multiplying and dividing by tenths is easier if you count tenths.

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  1. Solve: 0.2n = 0.4

    Answer: 2

  2. Solve: 0.3x = 4.2

    Answer: 14

  3. Solve: 0.8p = 20

    Answer: 25

Tip: Divide both sides by the decimal. Multiplying and dividing by tenths is easier if you count tenths.

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