Math Problem Statement

Which of the following equations have exactly one solution?

Solution

The problem presents four equations, and we need to determine which of these has exactly one solution. Let's analyze each equation:

  1. 58x+52=78x7858x + 52 = -78x - 78

    Simplifying, we get: 58x+78x=7852    136x=130    x=130136=656858x + 78x = -78 - 52 \implies 136x = -130 \implies x = -\frac{130}{136} = -\frac{65}{68} This equation has one solution, x=6568x = -\frac{65}{68}.

  2. 58x+52=78x7858x + 52 = 78x - 78

    Simplifying, we get: 58x78x=7852    20x=130    x=13020=6.558x - 78x = -78 - 52 \implies -20x = -130 \implies x = \frac{130}{20} = 6.5 This equation also has one solution, x=6.5x = 6.5.

  3. 78x+52=52x78-78x + 52 = -52x - 78

    Simplifying, we get: 78x+52x=7852    26x=130    x=13026=5-78x + 52x = -78 - 52 \implies -26x = -130 \implies x = \frac{130}{26} = 5 This equation has one solution, x=5x = 5.

  4. 52x+52=52x7852x + 52 = 52x - 78

    Simplifying, we get: 52x52x=7852    0=13052x - 52x = -78 - 52 \implies 0 = -130 This is a contradiction, implying no solutions for this equation.

Therefore, equations A, B, and C each have exactly one solution, while equation D has no solution. Would you like to delve into any specific details about these calculations, or do you have another question?

Related Questions:

  1. What is the process to check if an equation has infinite solutions?
  2. How would you solve for x in equations with fractions or decimals?
  3. What steps should you follow to simplify an equation before solving?
  4. Can an equation have both one solution and no solution?
  5. How can graphing help to determine the number of solutions for an equation?

Tip: Always simplify equations step by step and isolate the variable to clearly see the nature of the solution (unique, none, or infinite).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations

Formulas

ax + b = cx + d

Theorems

Solving linear equations by isolating variables

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 8-10