Solve each of these equations. Explain or show your reasoning. Reduce all fractions in the lowest terms. Do not convert fractions into decimals.

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1. 3b + 9 -5b + 3 = -14 + 6b - 8



2. 2x + 5 - 4x + 8 = 5(5 + 6x) - 12x