Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

by Martin-Gay, Elayn

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 56: 55

Answer

No solution

Work Step by Step

Original equation 6x-2(x-3)=4(x+1)+4 Distribute 6x-2x+6=4x+4+4 Combine like terms 4x+6=4x+8 Subtract 4x from both sides 6=8 The two sides of the equation are unequal, so therefore there is no solution

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