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2011

Mathematics

JAMB

If ∣∣∣2533x∣∣∣ = ∣∣∣4312x∣∣∣ , find the value of x.

A.

-6

B.

6

C.

-12

D.

12

Correct Answer: -6

Explanation

(2 x 3x) - (5 x 3) = (4 x 2x) - (3 x 1) 6x - 15 = 8x - 3 6x - 8x = 15 - 3 -2x = 12 x = 12/−2 = -6

(2 x 3x) - (5 x 3) = (4 x 2x) - (3 x 1) 6x - 15 = 8x - 3 6x - 8x = 15 - 3 -2x = 12 x = 12/−2 = -6
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