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6 September, 09:37

Look at these equations.

9 = 7 + a

a + 8 = b + 5

Use both equations to work out the value of b.

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  1. 6 September, 09:49
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    1.5

    Step-by-step explanation:

    a+8=b+5

    a+3=b

    b=1.5
  2. 6 September, 09:53
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    9=7+a ... equation 1

    a+8=b+5 ... equation 2

    equation 1

    9=7+a

    9-7=a

    2=a

    a=2

    put equation 1 into equation 2

    2+8=b+5

    10 = b+5

    10-5 = b

    5=b

    b=5

    meaning value of b=5
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