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1/2 a = 11 what is a

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Answer:

a = 22

because when isolate a you move 1/2 over with 11, and when you do that insted of multyplying 1/2 times a you divide 1/2 by 11

User Kowser
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Answer:

a = 22

Explanation:

To find a, divide each side by 1/2, or multiply by the reciprocal:

1/2a = 11

a = 22

So, a = 22

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