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  • 21-05-2020
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Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality

-5 (a + 3) = -55

What is the value of a?

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  • 21-05-2020

Answer:

8

Step-by-step explanation:

1. distribute -5a-15= -55

2. get rid of -15 by adding 15 to both sides of the equation

-5a=-40

3. divide each side by -5 to get a

a=8

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