Question

How many solutions does the equation -7a+7a+6=8 have?

a:one
b:none
c:two
d:many

Answer 1

Hello from MrBillDoesMath!

Answer:

b. none

Discussion:

The original equation

-7a+7a+6=8 can be rewritten as

(-7a + 7a) + 6 = 8 =>

0 + 6 = 8 =>

6 = 8

As 6 does not equal 8 there are NO (zero) solutions to the equation.

Thank you,

MrB