Isolate term with b: First, we need to isolate the term containing b on one side of the equation.9+(54)b=45Subtract 9 from both sides to move the constant term to the right side.(54)b=45−9
Calculate right side: Now, calculate the right side of the equation. (54)b=36
Eliminate fraction: To solve for b, we need to get rid of the fraction by multiplying both sides by the reciprocal of 54, which is 45.b=36×45
Perform multiplication: Perform the multiplication to find the value of b.b=36×5/4b=180/4b=45
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