Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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ISBN 10: 0321785045
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-504-6

Chapter 4 - Cumulative Review - Page 252: 14

Answer

The solution set is the set of real numbers, which means that any real number satisfies the given equation.

Work Step by Step

Simplify both sides of the equation by using the distributive property then combining like terms to have: $\\\\2m-12-m=4m-12-3m \\\\m-12=m-12$ $\\\\\\$Subtract $m$ to both sides to have: $\\\\-12=-12$ $\\\\\\$This statement is true therefore the given equation is an identity. $\\\\\\$Thus, any real number will satisfy the given equation.
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