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10(1+3b)+15b= -20 Distributive property Solve for X
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10(1+3b)+15b= -20

Distributive property
Solve for X

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Answer:

b = -2/3

Explanation:

Assuming we are solving for b

10(1+3b)+15b= -20

Distribute

10+30b +15b = -20

Combine like terms

10 +45b = -20

Subtract 10 from each side

10-10 +45b= -20-10

45b = -30

Divide by 45

45b/45= -30/45

b = -2/3

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