Solve the following literal equation for b
2z + 9q = 3b + 4c - 9d
Isolate b terms
Add - 4c + 9d to both sides
2z + 9q - 4c + 9d = 3b + 4c - 9d - 4c + 9d
3b = 2z + 9q - 4c + 9d
Divide each side by 3
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