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: 56

Answer

No solution

Work Step by Step

Original Equation 10x-2(x+4)=8(x-2)+6 Distribute 10x-2x-8=8x-16+6 Combine like terms 8x-8=8x-10 Subtract 8x from both sides -8=-10 The two sides of the equations are unequal, so therefore there is no solution

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