SOLUTION: 9/2b+1=c. which is NOT a value of b? how do i figure it out? a) 1 b)1/2 c)-1/2 d)0

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Question 34325: 9/2b+1=c. which is NOT a value of b? how do i figure it out?
a) 1
b)1/2
c)-1/2
d)0
Answer by longjonsilver(2297) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
+9%2F%282b%2B1%29+=+c+

with any fraction, if the denominator is zero, you are in trouble!

So, if the denominator was zero, what would the value of b be in that case?
2b+1 = 0
2b = -1
b = -1/2
--> C

just try it on your calculator: 9/0 and see what you get.

jon.