To determine if the equation has one, none, or infinite solutions, you would typically start with a specific equation to analyze. However, since no equation is provided, I’ll walk you through the general steps to analyze any linear equation:
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Identify the Equation: Make sure to clearly write down the equation you need to solve.
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Simplify the equation if necessary. Combine like terms and simplify each side.
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Isolate the variable (x): Move terms involving x to one side of the equation and constants to the other side.
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Solve for x: Perform algebraic operations to solve for x.
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Analyze the solution:
- If you obtain a specific value for x (like x = -20 or x = 0), then the equation has one solution.
- If you end up with a true statement (like 0 = 0) after simplifying, the equation has infinite solutions.
- If you end up with a false statement (like 0 = 5), then the equation has no solution.
Without a specific equation, I can't tell you which option applies. If you provide the equation, I can solve it for you!