Math Problem Statement

select all the equations that have no solution. A. x+6=5+x B. -2(x-3)=-2x+6 C. 4-4x=3x+2 D. 4(x+1)=3(x+2) E. 5-3x=-3x+4

Solution

Let's solve each equation to determine which ones have no solution.

A. x+6=5+xx + 6 = 5 + x

  • Subtract xx from both sides: 6=56 = 5 This is a contradiction, so no solution.

B. 2(x3)=2x+6-2(x - 3) = -2x + 6

  • Distribute 2-2 on the left: 2x+6=2x+6-2x + 6 = -2x + 6 Both sides are identical, so infinite solutions.

C. 44x=3x+24 - 4x = 3x + 2

  • Move terms involving xx to one side: 42=3x+4x4 - 2 = 3x + 4x 2=7x2 = 7x x=27x = \frac{2}{7} This has a solution: x=27x = \frac{2}{7}.

D. 4(x+1)=3(x+2)4(x + 1) = 3(x + 2)

  • Distribute both sides: 4x+4=3x+64x + 4 = 3x + 6
    • Subtract 3x3x from both sides: x+4=6x + 4 = 6
    • Subtract 4 from both sides: x=2x = 2 This has a solution: x=2x = 2.

E. 53x=3x+45 - 3x = -3x + 4

  • Add 3x3x to both sides: 5=45 = 4 This is a contradiction, so no solution.

Conclusion:

The equations with no solution are A and E.


Would you like further details or explanations on any of the steps?

Here are some related questions:

  1. What does it mean when an equation has infinite solutions?
  2. How do you recognize when an equation has no solution?
  3. Can an equation have both a solution and a contradiction in the same steps?
  4. What is the process for solving equations with variables on both sides?
  5. How can you check if your solution is correct after solving an equation?

Tip: Always check your final step after simplifying both sides to see if the equation becomes a contradiction (like 6=56 = 5) or an identity (like 3x+5=3x+53x + 5 = 3x + 5).

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Algebra
Linear Equations
Contradictions

Formulas

Distributive property
Simplification of linear equations
Contradiction check

Theorems

No solution when a contradiction is obtained

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9