Answer:
Explanation:
Ok:
1. First solve the equation on the left!!3a-(-1)= 3a+1=-5
2. Make 3a the only variable on the left side of the equal sign. Move the +1 over the equal sign. Remember that if a number flips over the equal it becomes opposite!
3a=-5-1=
3a=-6
3*a=-6
a=-6/3
a=-2
3. Always double check!
3*-2+1=-5
True!
Answer: a=-2
a = -2
The given equation is,
→ 3a-(-1) = -5
Now the value of a will be,
→ 3a + 1 = -5
→ 3a = -5 - 1
→ a = -6/3
→ [ a = -2 ]
Hence, the value of a is -2.
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