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3. Solve this equation. Does the equation have one solution, no solution, or
infinitely many solutions? 8(3x - 6) = 6(4x + 8) *
One solution
No solution
Infinitely many solutions

User Grynn
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Answer:

no solution

Explanation:

Given

8(3x - 6) = 6(4x + 8) ← distribute both sides

24x - 48 = 24x + 48 ( add 48 to both sides )

24x = 24x + 96 ( subtract 24x from both sides )

0 = 96 ← not possible

This indicates the equation has no solution

User Brian Laframboise
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