Determine Whether the Equation Is an Identity, a Conditional Equation $7 x - 4 + 8 x + 5 = 3 x + 12 x - 2$

question 242

Multiple Choice

Determine whether the equation is an identity, a conditional equation, or an inconsistent equation.
- $7 x - 4 + 8 x + 5 = 3 x + 12 x - 2$

• A) Identity
• B) Conditional equation
• C) Inconsistent equation

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