Question

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

Negative 5 (a + 3) = negative 55

What is the value of a?

Answer 1

A = 8

Explanation:

-5(a+3)=-55

-5a-15=

-55-5a=

-40-40/-5=8

a=8

Answer 2

11

Explanation:

55 divide 5 = 11

11 + 3 = 15

5 × 11 = 55