Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 2 - Section 2.1 - Linear Equations in One Variable - Exercise Set - Page 55: 37

Answer

No solution

Work Step by Step

Original Equation 3(x+1)+5=3x+2 Distribute 3x+3+5=3x+2 Simplify 3x+8=3x+2 Subtract 3x from both sides 8=2 This equation is incorrect, as 8 is not equal to 2. Because of this, there are no possible x values that satisfy both sides of the equation, so there is no solution
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