solve for b.\n8b + 9 = 7b\nb =

Explanation:

Step1: Move terms with (b) to one side

Subtract (7b) from both sides: (8b + 9-7b=7b - 7b) (b + 9=0)

Step2: Solve for (b)

Subtract (9) from both sides: (b+9 - 9=0 - 9) (b=-9)

Answer:

(-9)