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BECE Mathematics 2023 Objective — Question 85

Question 85 of 120 from the Basic Education Certificate Examination (Junior WAEC) (BECE) Mathematics 2023 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Solve the equation 1/(p + 2) = 8/(3p + 1).

  • A. −5
  • B. −3Correct
  • C. 3
  • D. 5
  • E. 9

Explanation

Cross-multiply: 3p + 1 = 8p + 16, so −5p = 15 and p = −3.

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