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2 [3b - 4] = 5 [b + 6]
solve this equation

User Rajpara
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Solve b by simplifying both sides, then isolate the equation
b=38



User Jsmickey
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Answer:

b = 38

Explanation:

*Apply the Distributive Property*

2 [3b - 4] = 5 [b + 6]

6b - 8 = 5b + 30

6b = 5b + 38

b = 38

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