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Set 5: Linear Equations

Explanation

Answer: B

If ax+3=2x+bax + 3 = 2x + b has infinite solutions, what are aa and bb?

A.

a=3, b=2

B.

a=2, b=3

✓ Correct
C.

a=2, b=2

D.

a=3, b=3

Detailed Explanation

Choice B is correct. Choice A is the correct answer. 1. Condition: For infinite solutions, both sides must be identical. 2. Coefficients: a=2a = 2 3. Constants: b=3b = 3 Choice C is incorrect because swapped. Choice D is incorrect because b is wrong. Choice C is incorrect because a is wrong.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is a=2, b=3

Why others are wrong:
A: Choice A is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
C: Choice C is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.
D: Choice D is incorrect and may result from a calculation error.

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