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Ax + z = aw - y, for a

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Explanation:

To solve the equation ax + z = aw - y for a, we need to isolate the variable a on one side of the equation. Here are the steps:

1. Move the term with a to one side of the equation:

ax - aw = -y - z

2. Factor out a from the left side of the equation:

a(x - w) = -y - z

3. Divide both sides of the equation by (x - w) to solve for a:

a = (-y - z) / (x - w)

Therefore, the value of a in terms of the given equation is (-y - z) / (x - w).

For example, if the equation is 2x + z = 3w - y, the value of a would be:

a = (-y - z) / (x - w) = (-(-y) - z) / (2 - 3w)

It is important to note that the value of a depends on the given equation and the specific values of x, y, z, and w.

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