Is u=−12 a solution of 8u−1=6u?

JohnnyM asked Jul 22, 2022

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JohnnyM asked Jul 22, 2022

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Answer:

No, -12 is not a solution.

Explanation:

8u-1=6u

8(-12)-1=6(-12)

-96-1=-72

-97=-72

Untrue, to it’s not a solution

Good Lux answered Jul 28, 2022

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