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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Solve: 0.2n = 0.4
Answer: 2
Solve: 0.3x = 4.2
Answer: 14
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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