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21 January, 23:06

Matt and Kara solved the equation 8 (x-5) = 8x+40. Kara said the answer was x=0 and Matt said there are no solutions. Who is correct? Support your answer with work.

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  1. 21 January, 23:48
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    8x+40 = 8 (x-5)

    8x+40 = 8x-40

    -8x - 8x

    40 ≠ - 40

    therefore matt was correct since 40 isnt equal to - 40
  2. 22 January, 00:37
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    8 (x-5) = 8x + 40

    8x - 40 = 8x + 40

    80 = ?

    There are NO solutions
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