Question

Simplify: t – 12 = 12t – 1.

(a) 1+t=0

(b) 1-t=0

(c) t+1=0

(d) t=0

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This interesting question is from Reduce the Given Linear Equations to a Simpler Form in chapter Linear Equations in One Variable of Mathematics – Class 8

Answer 1

Right option is (b) 1-t=0

The explanation is: t – 12 = 12t – 1.

∴ -11t=11

∴ t=1.