Question

How many solutions does this equation have?
-9s + 9 = -8s
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Answer 1

one solution s=9

Explanation:

-9s + 9 =-8s, add 9s on both sides

+9s +9s

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9=s

Answer 2

1 solution.

Explanation:

Step 1: Write equation

-9s + 9 = -8s

Step 2: Solve for s

1. Add 9s to both sides: 9 = s
2. Rewrite: s = 9

Step 3: Check

Plug in s to verify it's a solution.

-9(9) + 9 = -8(9)

-81 + 9 = -72

-72 = -72