Determine whether the equation is an identity, a conditional equation, or an inconsistent equation.
-$$2 \mathrm { x } + 5 \mathrm { x } = 6 \mathrm { x }$$
A) Identity
B) Conditional equation
C) Inconsistent equation

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Combining like terms on the left side gives $7x = 6x$, which simplifies to $x = 0$. This means the equation is true for a specific value of $x$, making it a conditional equation.

Determine Whether the Equation Is an Identity, a Conditional Equation 2x+5x=6x2 \mathrm { x } + 5 \mathrm { x } = 6 \mathrm { x }2x+5x=6x

Determine Whether the Equation Is an Identity, a Conditional Equation $2 \mathrm { x } + 5 \mathrm { x } = 6 \mathrm { x }$