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how do I solve this equation? I get confused because there is a variable on the right side of the equation and I dont know what to do. 5.5-3b=2b-6.25

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First get everything that has like terms on one side.
2b+3b=5.5+6.25

Then add things together to simplify.
5b=11.75

Finally, divide to find your answer.
b=11.75/5
b=2.35
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