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How many solutions does 4(x-1)=4x+5

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4(x - 1) = 4x + 5

Eliminate parentheses on the left:

4x - 4 = 4x + 5

Subtract 4x from each side:

-4 = +5

No value of x can make this a true statement. So no solution exists.

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Answer:

NO SOLUTION

Explanation:

To solve this problem, first you have to isolate it on one side of the equation.

First, expand.


\displaystyle 4(x-1)=4x-4


\displaystyle 4x-4=4x+5

Next, add 4 from both sides.


\displaystyle 4x-4+4=4x+5+4

Solve.


\displaystyle 4+5=9


\displaystyle 4x=4x+9

Subtract 4x from both sides.


\displaystyle 4x-4x=4x+9-4x

Solve.


\displaystyle 0=9

Therefore, there are no solution.

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