Big Ideas Math - Algebra 1, A Common Core Curriculum

Published by Big Ideas Learning LLC
ISBN 10: 978-1-60840-838-2
ISBN 13: 978-1-60840-838-2

Chapter 5 - Solving Systems of Linear Equations - 5.3 - Solving Systems of Linear Equations by Elimination - Exercises - Page 252: 38

Answer

The equation has one solution. $n=-8$

Work Step by Step

The given equation is $\Rightarrow 3n+2=2(n-3)$ Use distributive property. $\Rightarrow 3n+2=2n-6$ Add $-2n-2$ to each side. $\Rightarrow 3n+2-2n-2=2n-6-2n-2$ Simplify. $\Rightarrow n=-8$ Hence, the equation has one solution. $n=-8$
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.