Question

Solve:
4(2 + a) = 24
A =

Answer 1

Multiple bracket out first:

4 x 2 =8

4 x a = 4a

8 +4a = 24

-8

4a. = 16

÷4

a = 4

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Answer 2

a=4

Explanation:

Simplify both sides of the equation:

4 (2 + a) = 24

( 4 )( 2 ) + ( 4 )( a ) = 24 (Distribute)

8 + 4a = 24

4a + 8 = 24

subtract 8 from both sides:

4a + 8 − 8 = 24 − 8

4a = 16

Divide both sides by 4:

4 a/4 = 16/4

a = 4