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3(x - 6) = -15 + 3x

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Explanation:

Given

3(x - 6) = - 15 + 3x โ† distribute parenthesis on left side

3x - 18 = - 15 + 3x ( add 18 to both sides )

3x = 3 + 3x ( subtract 3x from both sides )

0 = 3 โ† not possible

This indicates the equation has no solution

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