Question

If a = 10 and b =
-4, explain how to find the number of solutions to the equation.

Answer 1

No solution

Explanation:

4+ 2(5x-8)=ax+b

1. Plug in values: 4 + 2(5x-8) = (10)x + (-4)

2. Combine Like Terms: 4 + 10x -16 = 10x -4

3. Add 10x to both sides: 4 -16 = -4

4. Combine Like Terms: -12 = -4

-12 does not equal -4, so there is No solution