Math Problem Statement

How many solutions does this equation have?

18

d

7

=

d

2

19

d

no solution

one solution

two solutions

infinitely many solutions

Solution

To determine how many solutions the equation has, let's simplify and solve it step by step.

The equation is:

18d+7=d+219d-18d + 7 = d + 2 - 19d

Step 1: Simplify both sides

First, combine like terms on the right side of the equation.

18d+7=(d19d)+2-18d + 7 = (d - 19d) + 2

18d+7=18d+2-18d + 7 = -18d + 2

Step 2: Move terms involving dd to one side

Subtract 18d-18d from both sides:

7=27 = 2

Step 3: Analyze the result

The equation 7=27 = 2 is a contradiction, which is false. This means that there is no value of dd that can satisfy the equation.

Conclusion

The equation has no solution.


Would you like more details or have any other questions? Here are five related questions you might find interesting:

  1. How do you determine if an equation has infinitely many solutions?
  2. What does it mean for an equation to have no solution in terms of graphing?
  3. How can you identify if an equation has one solution without solving it?
  4. What types of equations always have two solutions?
  5. What is the difference between a conditional equation and an identity?

Tip: Always simplify the equation as much as possible before solving it; this can make it easier to identify contradictions or special cases.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Equations
Solving equations
Contradictions

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 7-9