Answer:
no solution
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
2(x + 4) - 6 = 2(x - 8) + 1 ← distribute and simplify both sides
2x + 8 - 6 = 2x - 16 + 1
2x + 2 = 2x - 15 ( subtract 2 from both sides )
2x = 2x - 17 ( subtract 2x from both sides )
0 = - 17 ← not possible
This indicates the equation has no solution
