Solving linear equations - GCSE maths level 5 question

This video is all about how to solve a linear equation and forms part of the playlist on solving equations. I've also added to the playlist on GCSE higher revision.

This particular question is around level 5 GCSE mathematics and asks to find the value of x:

5x - 10 = 18 - x all over 3

Providing you balance both sides it can be fairly straightforward, although you need to get rid of the denominator straightaway.


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[uhkgvbn]

nice video i got the hang of it quickly

[harrythehobbit]

I'm in year 10 and want to try and have a head start for exams. Out of experience what is the best resource out there (not saying your resource is bad; I love your resource) but I can't decide because there is soooo much. could you advise me on also a possible way of revising maths as I am
our bewildered with what to do. Thanks😀

[harrythehobbit]

I also got 3 and checked on calculator..maybe a little mistake

[asowrathali]

Yea the answer would equal up to 3 but good guess without working out.