Solving the Equation ##10ax+bx=22x##

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The discussion revolves around solving the equation 10ax + bx = 22x, with participants exploring different interpretations and methods of validation for their approaches.

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  • Exploratory, Assumption checking

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  • Some participants discuss their attempts at simplifying the equation and checking their work, while others question the clarity of the original poster's intent and the need for explicit requests for help.

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The discussion is ongoing, with participants providing feedback on the original poster's approach and emphasizing the importance of self-validation in problem-solving. There is a mix of interpretations regarding the original poster's request for alternative methods.

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Participants note the importance of clarity in communication and the expectations around validating one's own work before seeking assistance.

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I got ##22##,
i.e ##100ax+10bx+10ay+by=220x+22y##
→## 10ax+bx=22x##
→##10ay+by=22y##
→##10a+b=22##
 
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Do you not know how to check your own work? You should not have to ask whether you got the right answer, you should be able to validate it on your own. Learning to do this is an essential skill for test-taking.
 
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phinds said:
Do you not know how to check your own work? You should not have to ask whether you got the right answer, you should be able to validate it on your own. Learning to do this is an essential skill for test-taking.
Agreed the reason why i post is to seek alternative ways of doing it...
 
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chwala said:
Agreed the reason why i post is to seek alternative ways of doing it...
And you expected us to be mind readers and KNOW that that was why you posted? Please be more explicit in what you are asking.
 
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