Is the equation conditional, an identity, or a contradiction? y

Question

Is the equation conditional, an identity, or a contradiction? y - 5 + 3y = 7y + 4
A) Identity
B) Contradiction
C) Conditional

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The equation is conditional because it can be simplified to a form where y equals a specific value, indicating it is true under certain conditions. Simplifying, we get 4y - 5 = 7y + 4, which can be solved for y, showing it's not true for all values of y, hence it's conditional.