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Solve the linear equation 7(a-2)-6= 2a+8+a

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Answer:

a=7

Explanation:

To solve the equation, combine like terms and use inverse operations to rearrange the terms across the equal sign.

7(a-2)-6 = 2a+8+a Distribute into the parenthesis

7a-14-6=2a+8+a Combine like terms on each side of the equal sign

7a-20=3a+8 Use the inverse operation of +20

7a = 3a +28 Use the inverse operation of -3a

4a = 28 Use inverse operation of dividing by 4

a=7

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