Question

Determine the number of solutions of this equation. Show your work and explain your reasoning.

Answer 1

Given the equation, 7x + 5 = 2(4x + 3):

Distribute 2 into the terms inside the parenthesis:

7x + 5 = 2(4x + 3)
7x + 5 = 8x + 6

Subtract 5 from both sides:

7x + 5 - 5 = 8x + 6 - 5

7x = 8x + 1

Then, subtract 8x from both sides:

7x - 8x = 8x + 1 - 8x

- x = 1

Finally, divide both sides by -1 to solve for x:

-x / -1 = 1 / -1

x = -1

Therefore, the solution to the given equation is -1.

Answer 2

Answer:

7x+5 =8x+6

x=-1

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