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2(a − 4) = 4a − (2a + 4)

User RonyLoud
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Answer:

No solution

Explanation:

User Yolande
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Answer:

x = no solution

Explanation:

Step 1: Write equation

2(a - 4) = 4a - (2a + 4)

Step 2: Solve for a

Distribute: 2a - 8 = 4a - 2a - 4

Combine like terms: 2a - 8 = 2a - 4

Subtract 2a on both sides: -8 ≠ -4

∴ x = no solution

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