Question

Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality.

-5(a+3) --55
What is the value of a?
0-14
0-8
08
0 14

Answer 1

-5(a + 3) = 55

Explanation:

-5a -15 = 55

-5a = 70

70/-5 = a

70/-5 = -14

The answer is -14