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Set 13: Linear Equations (Intermediate)

Explanation

Answer: A

Equation: 4(x + b) = 4x + 12. For what value of b are there infinitely many solutions?

What is b?

A.

3

✓ Correct
B.

4

C.

48

D.

12

Detailed Explanation

Choice A is correct. 4 x + 4 b = 4 x + 12. 4 b = 12. b = 3.

Key Steps:

The correct answer is 3

Why others are wrong:
B: Choice B 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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