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

Negative 5 (a + 3) = negative 55

What is the value of a?Solve the equation using the distributive property and properties of equality.

Negative 5 (a + 3) = negative 55

What is the value of a?

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User Eyalsh
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Answer:

The answer is C A = 8

Explanation:

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Answer:

a=8

Explanation:

-5(a+3)=-55

-5a-15=-55

-5a=-40

-40/-5=8

a=8

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