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Classify the equation as a conditional equation, an identity, or a contradiction. −6x−5+9x=3x−5+3

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Answer:

Contradiction

Explanation:

To classify the equation −6x − 5 + 9x = 3x − 5 + 3, let's simplify it:

Combine like terms on both sides of the equation:

(-6x + 9x) - 5 = (3x + 3) - 5

3x - 5 = 3x - 2

Now, observe that we have 3x on both sides of the equation and a constant term (-5) on the left side and a constant term (-2) on the right side.

Since the variable terms (3x) are the same on both sides, and the constant terms are also different, there is no solution that would make the equation true. In other words, it's a contradiction.

So, the equation −6x − 5 + 9x = 3x − 5 + 3 is a contradiction.

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