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How to solve for this equation

10^2^a^+^3=10^a^-^4

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Answer:

a=-7

Explanation:

since the bases are the same we're going to set the exponents equal so your equation would be: 2a+3=a-4

next you're going to move the variable to the left and change its sign(=a to -a)

then you're going to move the constant to the right and change its sign(+3 to -3)

your equation should be 2a-a=-4-3

then collect like terms:

2a-a=a

-4-3=-7

so your final answer is a=-7

User Gangadhar Gandi
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The answer is A= -7
Hope this helps
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