Intermediate Algebra for College Students (7th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0-13417-894-7
ISBN 13: 978-0-13417-894-3

Chapter 1 - Test - Page 101: 25

Answer

The equation is inconsistent or no solution exist.

Work Step by Step

The given equation is $ 3(x-4)+x=2(6+2x) $ Clear the parentheses. $ 3x-12+x=12+4x $ $ 4x-12=12+4x $ Subtract $ 4x $ from both sides. $ 4x-12-4x=12+4x-4x $ $ -12=12 $ Variable missing.
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