SOLUTION: Solve for x. State any restrictions on the variables. ax + bx + 9 = 7

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Question 390014: Solve for x. State any restrictions on the variables.
ax + bx + 9 = 7
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(a+b)x + 9 = 7

(a+b)x = -2

x = -2/(a+b)

a and b can be anything, as long as a+%3C%3E+-b.