Question

How do you solve this equation step-by-step? (below)


4a + 8 - 2a - 3 = 45

Answer 1

a = 20

Explanation:

Let's understand it quickly,

4a + 8 - 2a - 3 = 45

Gather the like terms on RHS and LHS,

4a - 2a = = 45 - 5

2a = 40

a = 40/2

a = 20

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Answer 2

a=20

Explanation:

4a+8-2a-3=45

-8 on both sides

4a-2a-3=37

+3 on both sides

4a-2a=40

2a=40

a=20