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Solve for a
6a-15=72

Solve for a 6a-15=72-example-1

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Answer:

D. 14 1/2

Explanation:

First, add 15 to both sides:

6a - 15 = 72

6a = 87

Divide by 6

6a = 87

a = 14.5

Therefore, the answer to your question is D. 14 1/2

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Answer:

14 1/2

Explanation:

6a-15=72

+15 on both sides

6a = 87

Divide by 6 on both sides

a = 14 1/2

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