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Complete the equation so it will have no solution. 5x - 8 = _ +2

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Answer:

5x

Explanation:

If the blank were to be occupied with 5x there would be no solutions

Observe...

5x - 8 = 5x + 2

* subtract 5x from each side *

5x - 5x cancels out

5x - 5x cancels out

we're left with -8 = 2

which is not true

Hence if the blank = 5x the equation will have no solution

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