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How many solutions does the equation have?

5(n–2)=5n–10

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Answer:

Many Solutions

Explanation:

took the quiz in k-12

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Answer:

Infinite solutions, regardless of the value of n.

Explanation:


5\left(n-2\right)=5n-10\\5\left(n-2\right)\\5n-5\cdot \:2\\5n-10\\5n-10=5n-10\\5n - 10+10=5n-10 + 10\\5n = 5n\\5n-5n=5n-5n\\0=0\\\mathrm{\:for\:n = \infty,-\infty}

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