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In Mathematics / High School | 2014-11-20

Solve the following equation. Determine if the equation is an "identity" or a "contradiction."

2h + 4 – 5h = -3h + 4

Asked by gigglecutie

Answer (2)

2 h + 4 − 5 h = − 3 h + 4 − 3 h + 4 = − 3 h + 4
identity

Answered by konrad509 | 2024-06-10

The equation 2 h + 4 − 5 h = − 3 h + 4 simplifies to − 3 h + 4 = − 3 h + 4 , indicating that both sides are the same. This means the equation is an identity, valid for all values of h . Therefore, it does not impose any restrictions on h , making it true for all real numbers.
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Answered by Anonymous | 2024-12-26