Question

Give a brief explanation as to what kind of solution(s) you expect for the linear equation 5(x + 9) = 5x + 45.

Answer 1

infinite number of solutions

all numbers are solutions

Explanation:

5(x + 9) = 5x + 45

Distribute on the left side.

5x + 45 = 5x + 45

Since the two sides are equal, there is an infinite number of solutions. All numbers are solutions of the equation.