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5 (a-1) =30 HELP PRONTO Solve the following and show your work
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5 (a-1) =30 HELP PRONTO
Solve the following and show your work
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2021-08-26T08:19:48+00:00
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Answer:
7
Step-by-step explanation:
Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.
5(a−1)=30
(5)(a)+(5)(−1)=30 (Distribute)
5a+−5=30
5a−5=30
Step 2: Add 5 to both sides.
5a−5+5=30+5
5a=35
Step 3: Divide both sides by 5.
a=7