Algebra: A Combined Approach (4th Edition)

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ISBN 13: 978-0-32172-639-1

Chapter 2 - Section 2.3 - Integrated Review - Solving Linear Equations - Page 123: 35

Answer

No solution

Work Step by Step

$\frac{1}{10}(3x - 7) = \frac{3}{10}x + 5$ Distribute: $\frac{3}{10}x - \frac{7}{10} = \frac{3}{10}x + 5$ Subtract $\frac{3}{10}x$ from both sides: $-\frac{7}{10} = 5$ The equation is not true with any value of x, so there is no solution.
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