SOLUTION: I need to know if this question is identity or contradiction. -4p-2(3p+5)=-6p+2(p+2)

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Question 777595: I need to know if this question is identity or contradiction.
-4p-2(3p+5)=-6p+2(p+2)
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Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Neither.

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Answer by MathLover1(20849) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!


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