SOLUTION: Why does the equation 3x+7=-3x+2+6x have no solution? A. The variable cancels out and leaves a false statement. B. The variable cancels out and leaves a true statement

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Question 345788: Why does the equation 3x+7=-3x+2+6x have no solution?
A. The variable cancels out and leaves a false statement.
B. The variable cancels out and leaves a true statement.

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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Why does the equation 3x+7=-3x+2+6x have no solution?
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If you assume the "x" has some particular value you get:
6x+7 = 2+6x
7 = 2
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A. The variable cancels out and leaves a false statement.
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B. The variable cancels out and leaves a true statement.
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Solution: A
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Cheers,
Stan H.