Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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ChapterP: Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts Of Algebra
Section: Chapter Questions
Problem 1MCCP: In Exercises 1-25, simplify the given expression or perform the indicated operation (and simplify,...
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Transcribed Image Text:**Equation Solution Analysis**
**Question 2:** How many solutions does the equation have?
Equation: \(3x + 5 = 2x + 5 + x\)
**Options:**
- ○ No solution
- ○ One solution
- ● Infinitely many solutions
**Explanation:**
To determine the number of solutions, let's simplify the given equation:
1. **Combine like terms on both sides:**
- Left side: \(3x + 5\)
- Right side: \(2x + x + 5 = 3x + 5\)
2. **Resulting equation:** \(3x + 5 = 3x + 5\)
This equation is true for all values of \(x\), indicating that every number is a solution. Therefore, it has infinitely many solutions, which is the correct answer marked.
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