Question

What must be done on both ends of the beam balance to evaluate $x$?

• A. Divide by 5
• B. Add 5
• C. Multiply with 5
• D. Subtract 5

Answer 1

The correct option is A Divide by 5

To have the coefficient of $x$ equal to 1.
We have $5x=10$. To make LHS = $x$, we divide both the sides of the equation by 5.
Answer: Option B