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Solve each equation. If the equation is an identity, write identity. If it has no solution, write no solution.$$2 b-10=-3 b+5$$
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We can do this by adding $3b$ to both sides of the equation: $$2b + 3b = -10 + 3b + 5.$$ This simplifies to: $$5b = -10 + 5.$$ Show more…
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