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14 One solution of the equation ax² + a = 150 is x = 7. (a) Find the value of a.​

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Answer:

  • The value of a is 3

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Substitute 7 for x and solve for a:

  • a(7²) + a = 150
  • 49a + a = 150
  • 50a = 150
  • a = 3
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