Answer:
a = -3 1/2
Explanation:
To solve the equation for a, divide each side by 4.
-14 = 4a
-14/4 = 4a/4
-14/4 = a
Simplify the fraction by dividing the top and bottom by 2.
-7/2 =a
This is an improper fraction, so change to a mixed number.
2 goes into 7 3 times with 1 left over.
-7/2 = -3 1/2
a = -3 1/2