Question

Solve and check the equation below. Remember to show your work.

17a - 155 = 525

Answer 1

a = 40

Explanation:

17a - 155 = 525

Add 155 to both sides

17a = 680

Divide both sides by 17

a = 40

Check the answer:

17(40) - 155 = 525

680 - 155 = 525

525 = 525; this is true so our answer was correct.