Evaluate the Following Expression for the Given Value of the Variable

question 20

Multiple Choice

Evaluate the following expression for the given value of the variable. $\frac { z - 10 } { 10 - z }$  for $z = 8$

• A) 1
• B) -2
• C) \(- 1\)
• D) 2
• E) 0

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Definitions:

Directed Thinking

Thought that is focused, goal-oriented, and follows logical steps towards a specific conclusion.

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The perspective that a person takes and the assumptions he makes in approaching a problem.

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