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What value of b makes this equation true? -2b + 3 = b - 9

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2 answers:

mote1985 [20]4 years ago

8 0

Answer:

b=4

Explanation:

1. Add 2b to each side: 3=3b-9

2. Add 9 to each side: 12=3b

3. Divide by 3: b=4

skelet666 [1.2K]4 years ago

4 0

<h3>Given Equation:</h3>

-2b + 3 = b - 9

The value of b.

<h3>Solution:</h3>

-2b - b = -9 - 3

or, -3b = -12

or, b = -12/-3

or, <u>b</u><u> </u><u>=</u><u> </u><u>4</u>

<h2>Answer:</h2>

The value of b is 4.

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